Lots of Good, Some Bad

Rating: Null/10 (19 June 2006)

The Village is an interesting film, in so much as it was still surprising after the signature "twist". Instead it remains in the illusion and sat watching the credits was a strangely emotional feeling as a result. Bravo for a subtle sized resolution, it really hit the spot for me. Also the score is gorgeous.
The bad? Well the exposition and set-ups of the plot were just a little too clumsy for me. The plot could have been built on much more solid foundations in my opinion. Also Adrian Brody's character could have done with a bit more depth to explain what he does. Flashbacks in this case stifle the pace but do keep you intrigued; to the point of frustration. The dialogue worked sometimes but not others, perhaps it should have cracked a bit in the elders?
Overall though this is very worthwhile movie. The note it finishes on for its theme of innocence, I found quite striking. DO NOT expect any real horror movie conventions though, you've got the wrong film for that. Oh and that score in DTS is worth the rental even if you have doubts. Watch. Make your own mind up.