Surprisingly perfect in its own right

Rating: 9/10 (1 July 2006)

This film was visually beautiful. It's emotion was deep and provoking. The score by Ottman was fitting. The storyline was full of subtle twists, and also direct. I liked Night's technique in this film, and i'm glad i watched this film. I can see why people would dislike this film. Example one: You go into the video store or movie theater expecting a "horror" movie, full of monsters and/or gore violence etc. In this film, you will not be getting that. This is storytelling, with a dark atmosphere. I've encouraged others to see this film, reminding them to go into it expecting not a "thriller", "horror", "fantasy", or any other label you want to tack onto it. In general people could do themselves a great favor by looking at films, art, and music, with a clear mind, and taking it in slowly. This is an updated modern fairytale, and fairy tales have no boundaries. Sometimes, you need to shut off the logical side of your brain. Give it a chance.