A very good movie, but maybe not for everyone.

Rating: 9/10 (5 December 2000)

I can't get over how other people keep comparing this movie with The Sixth Sense. I thought The Sixth Sense was excellent. But, despite the fact that the two movies were fairly similar, they still can't be compared. And in my opinion, they shouldn't be compared. This movie was fascinating to me in the way the main character (David Dunn) comes to realize that he is capable of incredible potential. He goes through a sort of "midlife crisis" -- a self-realization. Also, the story and plot isn't dumbed down like in most comic book movies, which is a huge relief. And the fact that the movie takes place in the REAL WORLD enhances the overall effect. Our hero isn't placed in a "Gotham City" or some other alternate universe, but instead is thrown into the mix with our everyday society -- in real situations.
Even though I loved this movie, I still would be cautious in recommending it to others. It isn't a movie for everyone. Some will be disappointed, no doubt. While I thought the character development was paced just about right, some will think it really drags out. But for all you comic book freaks out there, and those of you who still hold onto the childhood fantasy of a world with super-heros and super-villains, you could be in for a surprise.