Review of Gothika (2003) by Jarrett M — 27 Jan 2013
Gothika does a good job of creating atmosphere and acheiving some mild creep out moments, but it never really acheives the emotional weight that I feel it was striving for. I think Halle Berry did a good job as someone who is seemingly losing her mind and the supporting cast was good, even Penelope Cruz whom I don't care for as an actress.
Robert Downey Jr. gave me an odd feeling throughout the film, almost like he was playing a different character from a different film. It's hard to go into without spoiling anything. The effects were well done and the story was well paced.
A decent film in the supernatural thriller genre that should be effective for most casual viewers of the genre, but it never really feels like it goes for broke with any of its ideas. A film geared more towards to general audience than genre fans.
This review of Gothika (2003) was written by Jarrett M on 27 Jan 2013.
Gothika has generally received mixed reviews.
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