I wholeheartedly disagree with Aaron1375

Rating: 10/10 (1 September 2004)

I write this review in contrast of Aaron1375's comments so that IMDb users will have a chance to compare thoughts regarding "The Village". The trailer for The Village prompted me to see it, and without giving anything away, the film was quite different from what I originally expected. But in saying that, was The Village such a disappointment to be considered the worst movie of 2004 as Aaron1375 would suggest? No, far from it. The fact that The Village throws a 'curve-ball' is why I liked it so much, and the story, (the "true" story) once it is revealed, provides much to think about in regards to our society and humanity, of what we have become, what we have gained, but also more importantly of what we have lost.
I can't say anymore because I want this review to be understood by those that have seen the film, but more so to warn those that haven't seen The Village, that the film should not be dismissed by the reasons given by Aaron1375. In my eyes, Aaron1375 was someone looking for a particular type of story, only to find something different, and because of that, was disappointed. But what was found, is far better than if the story had gone the way of a typical horror film, to eventually sit beside the many other empty-storied, "I know what you did last summer" style of suspense/horror flicks in every video store around the world, to be passed over by genuine movie seekers who want substance in their films. I will say this, the only disappointment The Village gave me was it's ending, yet upon after thought, I'm not disappointed because I see why the director chose to end the film as such, and to keep in mind that actions speak louder than words ... so keep an open mind. I am also shocked that Aaron1375 thought 28 Days Later was awful, yet that is another rebuttal for another time.
In closing, do yourself a favor and see the Village, but unlike Aaron1375 don't look for what you "think" the film will be, but rather sit back and let the film take you where it "needs" to go ... and if you do this, you will discover so much more than you originally expected.