Review of The Woman in Black (1989) by Michael S — 03 Jul 2010
Very few people can make a decent ghost movie. The British are one of the few.
When I watched this movie, I had troubles sleeping afterwards... or several nights.
The setting of the mansion that becomes rather isolated when the fog roles in created such a sense of being utterly alone and unprotected... especially when you start to hear the phantom sounds of a horse drawn carriage in the fog, and the screams of a child. Adding into that, the appearance of a hateful looking woman in black on an island nobody is supposed to be able to reach due to the fog is enough to make you uncomfortable... and jumpy at the little sounds in your house when you're alone.
The pace isn't fast- but it's relentless. Once the story has you in its icy cold death grip, there is no letting go, and you're compelled to keep watching to the end.
Definately one of the best ghost films out there... and one to watch with the lights on... or off if you're really brave...
This review of The Woman in Black (1989) was written by Michael S on 03 Jul 2010.
The Woman in Black has generally received positive reviews.
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