Review of The Others (2001) by Grant S — 16 May 2015

Clever supernatural-thriller.

Very different to your average supernatural-drama/horror movie. In fact, just calling it a horror movie degrades it. Very clever plot, well told, and with great deception.

Part of the deception is that Nicole Kidman is in this. She usually stars in pretentious roles, and often in pretentious dramas (eg Moulin Rouge). Her character in this is quite stuck up and stuffy (ie true to form) but her presence belies the intelligent and thrilling nature of the movie.

This said, she puts in a solid performance, in a genre which would be foreign to her.

Good supporting cast too.

If you enjoyed The Sixth Sense, you'll enjoy this.