See If You Can Stay AWAKE to the End...

Originally posted by BurnHollywoodBurn Or the movie failed to unfold it's plot and story properly so you can't follow it.

Honestly, that's a really dumb thing to think. I've seen the film and personally loved it. It has the classic Hitchcockian feel and I thought the twists in the film were revealed really well. But whether you liked the movie or not, it was clear what was going on and only those who didn't even bother to pay attention in the first place would be the ones to not get it because everything was explained rather blatantly. All in all, I think this is one of the few rare thrillers that actually work with good performances by two stars who are rather criticized. Plus, the film managed to tie everything together and to not cheat the audience. This film wasn't screened to the critics so some of the critics, notably Roger Ebert and Richard Roeper, went out and paid to see it on their own and posted positive reviews for the film. If they have still been together on At the Movies, this film would have gotten a "Surprising 2 thumbs up!" I just think this is a really underrated thriller.

Originally posted by moviewizguy Originally posted by BurnHollywoodBurn Or the movie failed to unfold it's plot and story properly so you can't follow it. Honestly, that's a really dumb thing to think. I've seen the film and personally loved it. It has the classic Hitchcockian feel and I thought the twists in the film were revealed really well. But whether you liked the movie or not, it was clear what was going on and only those who didn't even bother to pay attention in the first place would be the ones to not get it because everything was explained rather blatantly. All in all, I think this is one of the few rare thrillers that actually work with good performances by two stars who are rather criticized. Plus, the film managed to tie everything together and to not cheat the audience. This film wasn't screened to the critics so some of the critics, notably Roger Ebert and Richard Roeper, went out and paid to see it on their own and posted positive reviews for the film. If they have still been together on At the Movies, this film would have gotten a "Surprising 2 thumbs up!" I just think this is a really underrated thriller.

Not true, a TRULY bad movie fails to get it's plot across. But the big STOP sign was the choice in cast, because as "good" as the performances were, the two leads are looked down upon by critics and audiences, which was the kiss of death and it will never be respected.

Originally posted by moviewizguy Originally posted by BurnHollywoodBurn Not true, a TRULY bad movie fails to get it's plot across. But the big STOP sign was the choice in cast, because as "good" as the performances were, the two leads are looked down upon by critics and audiences, which was the kiss of death and it will never be respected. Which is kinda sad, because if an actor who is usually looked down upon finally stars in a good movie with a genuinely good performance, then what happens? It's not really fair. I think people are blinded by their hatred of these two actors that that's the reason why this film got negative reviews. I'll admit I defend some movies that people don't like because I understand their complaints but I really think if Alfred Hitchcock himself were alive today, he would enjoy this film.

I don't understand why you admit the movie has errors and bad acting, but yet you still give it such high ratings? That's like Roger Ebert pointing out all the flaws of a Uwe Boll or Seltzerberg movie, but then giving it an A- anyway. 

Still, 9/10 -- that's supposed to be saved for only the best of the best, movies that will be remembered decades from now. The "Godfathers," the "Citizen Kanes," etc. This movie, is already forgotten, and it's from only 3 years ago. And Alba and Christian just plain suck -- they were only hired for their looks... 

Would you mind listing some inaccuracies?

How would you know? Did you personally experience "anesthesia awareness"? I would hate that feeling. However, I do remember an interview with a woman who went through anesthesia awareness, and said the film depicted it so realistically that it brought her to tears.

You should also take into account that any movie made by Hollywood will be based on only a LITTLE bit of fact, but then overly dramatized for entertainment effect. And of course, MWG always has a soft spot for anything emotional, regradless if the overall product sucks. Still doesn't change the fact it's a bad movie that has already been forgotten.