Review of The Wicker Man (1973) by Melyssa A — 29 Oct 2011
There are some creepy ideas imbedded in the script, but the execution is un-even and silly. Most of the film is build up to a pay-off that may have been disturbing in 1974, but not anymore. Why does every critic call this a horror movie, it is more of a mystery/suspense thriller.
The acting is pretty good, especially from Edward Woodward and Christopher Lee. Their are some moments of clever cinematography. However, the story is silly and their are moments that provoke laughter than suspense.
Their is a scene where Christopher Lee dresses like a woman, which made me ask myself "Are we supposed to take this seriously?". Plus, the movie does not give the audience any reason to care for what is going on.
One critic called this film, "The Citizen Kane of horror movies". I think not, that honor belongs to movies like Psycho, The Shinning, Alien, or The Evil Dead.
This review of The Wicker Man (1973) was written by Melyssa A on 29 Oct 2011.
The Wicker Man has generally received mixed reviews.
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