Have an open mind

Rating: Null/10 (1 August 2004)

If you see this movie with expectations because it is from M. Knight (?(sp?) - then it is your fault when you're screwed over.
I approached the with an open mind, and found it brilliant.
The story IS suspenseful, but there is enough character development, that when all is revealed, and it isn't what you wanted, you're okay with it.
Granted, there could have been a little MORE character development, but it might have spoiled the clencher. It all unravels as it typically does for M. Knight. So many pieces falling into place all at the same time. But then he teases you some - and gets you questioning it all over.
I am critical of films - and yet, I liked this one a lot. If there is one primary fault, it is in the marketing of the film. Marketing tends to discover the most powerful caricature for a film and run with it. This is probably why the film is getting such poor reviews.
But go at it when an open mind, and you'll be very pleased.