This movie was never given the credit it deserved.

Rating: 10/10 (27 January 2005)

While in my opinion the acting at times did seem slightly "strained", the costume and set design, sound mixing, as well as the overall cinematography were absolutely stunning. With a decent sound system turned up and the lights off, I truly felt as if I were in "The Village." This movie gave your mind a sensory mouthful, without the need for any digital effects or fancy action.
If you liked this movie, I recommend you try another M. Night Shyamalan film, "Signs." Both movies had a very similar feel, but the selective use of color in "The Village" brought it to another level in my opinion.
Rent/buy "The Village", make a cup of tea, turn your sound system up to a decent level and press Play. Your senses will become overwhelmed by every delicate snapping twig, every occasional vibrant streak of color, and last not definitely not least, the beautiful score by James Newton Howard.