Better than Reported

Rating: 9/10 (19 August 2004)

I've heard all about the "crappy secret" in this movie, and after viewing it, I found it to be an unfair representation. I really enjoyed this film. I thought the twist (actually, there were several) was just as good as that in other thrillers -- "the Others," "The Sixth Sense," etc. Think about it... if someone told you a film was about a bunch of birds going crazy and attacking people, would you think it was any good? But "the Birds" is a classic. This movie uses lighting, cinematography, and most of all suspense to thrill the viewer. I also thought the romance and performance by Joaquin Phoenix was very endearing. It's a fresh take on a new twist, and it all tied together nicely. Suspend some disbelief, have some fun, jump out of your seat -- it's a likable film!