Bendable

Rating: 8/10 (13 July 2001)

I didn't know anything about this movie going into it, and I think that helped me enjoy it as much as I did (7). As such, I won't write anything about the plot--the movie synopsis will do that job without giving much away.
I will say I liked the movie, but was disappointed that it was not better. There are some excellent elements (like Willis and Jackson's personas), and a deep, subtle, ominous tone throughout that I found honest and true to the movie's concept. Unfortunately, because of this quiet, understated story being told, Shyamalan is forced to keep the movie at a rather slow, almost boring pace that will probably turn most people off the deeper personal issues. It is only the potential of the characters, and through them, the movie, that keeps us interested.
Anyway, it worked for me. I would cautiously recommend it to anyone with a love of the fantastic, and suggest avoidance to anyone without.