Best horror film I've seen since the Ring!

Rating: 9/10 (30 October 2012)

I believe that the conflicting and contradicting reviews root mainly from the fact that every viewer has her/his own expectations and favourite style.
These days many kinds of films are all packed under the "horror" genre and this does them no justice. Check out the list and under horror you will see ghost stories (i.e. What Lies Beneath), possession stories (i.e. the Exorcist), bloody stories (i.e. the Saw), etc.
I do not necessarily believe in ghosts and the supernatural, and still, as a fictional film, I enjoyed it. I've always been one to enjoy spooky films, where I'm not over-exposed to the main anti-hero. I enjoy the suspense of the unseen and to be scared almost to death when I get a glimpse of the "ghost".
The Woman in Black is a Gothic, period ghost story. If that's your style, I can guarantee that you will enjoy this film. If you like non-stop bloody and gory action, this this won't be your cup of tea. You have to be patient and soak yourself in its drama right from the beginning. Enjoy the story, rather than wait for "scary scenes, and you WILL have a GREAT time!!!
I don't want to give you any details about the ending. If you want to know if it's a good or bad ending, read further. The ending is a positive one, not a negative one as some have said. The character who brings it on has a reason! I've said enough!!!
My only reserve is that the story deals with children being hurt. Of course, one wouldn't want to see anyone hurt, but I have a super soft spot for children, pets, the sick and the elderly (those who are more vulnerable than others). Other than that, it was a great horror film.