A regular reader, Chuck, writes:
“I recently had an
opportunity to re-watch The
Others (2001), a film I
have not seen in quite some time, and two things stood out.
First, I was surprised by how much more I enjoyed it
after all this time. While I don’t remember hating this movie by any measure, I
think I thought (back then anyway) that it felt too much like The Sixth Sense.
And while The
Others may not be one of
the best horror films I have ever seen, it is still probably one of the best looking.
Second, and perhaps
more importantly, I was surprised to discover that you have never reviewed this
movie on your blog! What gives?
Anyway, I would obviously love to learn your thoughts on The Others. Thanks again for all the
great work!”
Thank you so much for those kind words, Chuck. Thank you also for a great question.
I remember seeing The Others (2001) in the theater and
liking it very much, but perhaps not loving it. Period horror films are not
typically, my favorite style, and I’m not actually a huge fan of “ghost” type
films, either. But I agree with your
assertion that the film is visually quite beautifully.
Surprisingly, The Others is a film I also never
went back to re-watch, even though it has a resonance in my family life. I remember, in our old house, our three cats would
sometimes stare at the walls for minutes on end, seeing something the rest of
us couldn’t see.
My wife and I would
joke that they were seeing “The Others.”
I can’t believe it has been sixteen years since the film
premiered.
But your wish is my command! Look for a full review of
the film, right here, tomorrow (Tuesday) morning.
Don’t forget to ask me your questions at
Muirbusiness@yahoo.com.
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