It is refreshing when a movie is produced in b/w to create a sense of horror and mystery and of the past. The producers get my praise for that. However, this movie suffers from being drawn out and long-winding. The amount of violence is not necessary and does not make the characters more credible. It is as if the director repeatedly tries to break through a barrier but never really gets where he wants to be headed. There are good scenes and the cast tries its best, but what remains is a rather unconvincing, albeit a bit entertaining, attempt to produce a horror movie. I suspect the cause of this is in the script and the planning because in terms of environment and actors this movie has all that is needed as good acting and background material. It is well worth watching if you do not expect too much from it.
Review of The Lighthouse
