A mesmerizing bite of an instant classic piece of superb art

Rating: 10/10 (17 February 2001)

I've never seen such a perfect and crafted picture that made me feel so good after coming out of it. I couldn't say that the most memorable time was the first one I saw it because every time I see it I like it more. I've had 12 times of this magic and meticulous experience now. I can assure who's looking for advice that nobody has yet had my feelings for it. I observe and examine every scene that reveals itself like a piece of puzzle that finaly fits perfectly well. The directing here is absolutely splendid. I give extra merit to Mr. Night for writing it himself. It's what most directors don't do. Here's the reason why he's so close to his characters. They're original and not only that, the performances are brilliant. They're real and pronounce their words in almost a whisper. Its pace is entertaining and slow at times for the better, when dramatic moments burst up. The film has some of the most memorable moments and quotes in history of modern cinema. You've just got to contemplate the colours used in the production design in a very self cared way. It's so nice to recognize the Sixth Sense cellar in the weightlifting scene! They've painted it another way of course, but I guess I was one of the few people to find out. You can tell because of the little room as seen downstairs. It's these details which make me appreciate it more. Most of the set was made in the old Philadelphia Civic Center, like in it's predecesor. Pale yellow and dark green is present in most of the track. The cinematography by Eduardo Serra is superb. The lighting and camera angles are unique and help to fill up your mind with the mind blowing James Newton Howard soundtrack. You call the editing a winner when you come to terms with it to build up the criticism. One of the things you never pay attention to but apreciate here is the marvellous sound. Great ending! I read the script before seing this and fell in love again after seing the better final result on screen. I really don't understand why people want to compare it with The Sixth Sense. What's the point? They've got nothing to do with them because it's not a sequel case. I'm extremely disappointed because of the non oscar nominations. Critics pointed it out as a winner specially with the excellent photography. Hope Shyamalan puts one step forward again. A MASTERPIECE!