Thrilling, Dark and Visually enthralling.

Rating: 8/10 (25 January 2013)

I'm surprised that Roger Ebert put this film on his most hated list. I watched this for the first time yesterday and was completely blown away. I went in expecting a horror film but it turned out to be a very well done thriller. As you start to believe one thing Shyamalan throws you another curve ball. I really appreciate the focus on the villagers. The film focused more on building relations with the characters within the village rather than focusing solely on the creatures. A lot of symbolism and literary terms within the film which I appreciate. The Village seeks your attention and your mind rather than just your wits and reaction. Its about understanding the people and understanding the story. I thought it was very well done. This movie was an almost perfectly made thriller. I would of thrown in some more creepy scenes but other than a few scares the movie is perfect. Underrated and misunderstood, The Village stands as one of the best Thrillers in years!