Review of 1408 (2007) by Jeffrey G — 13 Aug 2012

Surprisingly atmospheric and tense haunted house film. Cusak pulls off a one-man show quite convincingly.

This review of 1408 (2007) was written by Jeffrey G on 13 Aug 2012.

1408 has generally received positive reviews.

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I gave this film a second look recently and I have to say that it's grown on me quite a bit, presumably knowing where it is going in the end…

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By Sylvester K (938) on 20 Feb 2017

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This is a great little horror movie and if you enjoy haunted house films this would be right up your alley…

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