the movie had serious potential: Creepy atmosphere, great acting, good idea, great set.. but it ends up a rather embarrassing mess. Penelope Cruz is particularly embarrassing. The character is lame, her acting is lame, and her lines made me cringe and seemed to exist to be put in the trailer. Halle Berry (whom I generally dislike) is quite good in this movie. She hits the right notes of fear, vulnerability,and determination.
There are some definite spine tingling moments but it ends up disappointing and flat. Another comment rightfully compared it to the recent version of "House on Haunted Hill".. they are both potentially super creepy films that end up all style, no substance, and mildly discommodious to be caught watching.
There are some definite spine tingling moments but it ends up disappointing and flat. Another comment rightfully compared it to the recent version of "House on Haunted Hill".. they are both potentially super creepy films that end up all style, no substance, and mildly discommodious to be caught watching.