Rating: Summary: A nice change of pace for Pfeiffer Review: After 'Scream' rehashed the horror genre, 'Lake Placid' tried to do the same for the horror genre. The ghost genre inevitably came next, but fared somewhat better. Take 'The Sixth Sense' and 'House On Haunted Hill' for example, both well above your average scary movie. Now this film sold itself on the basis that it was an 'adult' horror movie. By that it simply meant old-fashioned, for supposed teen flicks such as 'Scream' were actually far more intelligent. This is just sophisticated.Still, it's nice to see a movie where Harrison Ford and Michelle Pfeiffer manage to move away from type-casting and prove that they can both act. Also impressive is the fact that director Zemeckis filmed this whilst on a hiatus from his other film 'Castaway'. Unfortunately though, it drags a lot at the start. After things hot up a little you'll be at the edge of your seat but for a long while it's a little dull. Of course, this was passed off as being adult and a great tension-builder and no-one dared say anything. It was just kep quiet about whilst everyone raved about the ending. If you're not accustomed to the genre then this is probably a really good start to ghost movies. But there are far better ones out there and this is little more than ordinary. In fact, it is only really a fantastic turn by Pfeiffer that makes it anything special. Watch out throughout the movie for key points that are heavily earmarked as future plot elements - what's with the mysterious (and conveniently misty) lake? the old photos? and the seemingly insignificant fact that you can't get mobile phone reception on the deserted bridge? Highly entertaining in parts, very dull in others.
Rating: Summary: How should I put this? This movie... is... Funky. Yah. Review: What Lies Beneath is definately... Interesting. But... It doesn't make all that much sense. (Anyone care to tell me how he got in the back of that truck? When he was, like DYING in the house? Yah. That was odd.) Scary, sure, but only in the moment. (If you think about it later the only thing taht scared you was how they'd do a loud noise and zoom in on something.) It's not the best movie, in my opinion... But whatever. If u haven't seen it yet, I'd rent it to see if you like it first. And find someone to grab onto for when they zoom in on... stuff. ~Film Reader the Sequel
Rating: Summary: Soooooooooooooo scary Review: Ok,first thing I want to ask is,why isn't this movie an 18?In comparison to movies that are eg.the scream trilogy it is one of the scariest films I've eva seen!!! I could have coped with most of it,but about 30 mins from the end when Pfeiffer's paralysed in the bath,Ford pulls her forward to give her a hug,she flips her head back and..........I don't want to give it away,but let's just say I switched the film off there and then and refused to watch anymore of it. This film could be really good,but its not for those who scare easily.Only watch this if ur seriously not scared by ANYTHING!!!I watched it months ago and I still cam't relax in the bath.
Rating: Summary: Soooooooooo scary!!!! Review: Ok,first thing I want 2 ask.Why is this film not an 18?!!In comparison to films that are eg.the scream trilogy,it is one of the scariest films I have eva seen!!! I could have coped with most of what happened,but about 30 mins from the end,when Pfeiffer's paralysed in the bath,Ford pulls her forward 2 hug her,she flips her head back and............I dont want 2 give it away,but lets just say I switched it off there and then and refused 2 watch the rest of the film. This could have been an excellent film-but to be able to watch it and not be scared,you need to be reaaaaaaaaaly brave.This film is not for anyone who scares easily.I saw it months ago,and I still can't relax properly in the bath.
Rating: Summary: Surprisingly Scary! Review: This movie really surprised me. It completely frightened me, and that hasn't happened in a long time. It is the quiet, ordinary things in life that can be so frightening-as we see in this movie. Harrison Ford did an excellent job in this movie as did Pfiefer (sp?). Anyway, I give it 4 stars. Be forewarned, I suggest having a viewing-buddy!
Rating: Summary: A pretty good movie Review: All in all, this was a really good movie. It's nice to see Michelle Pfeifer and Harrison Ford doing something different. The plot itself was good, but the ending did not seem to fit the building suspense.
Rating: Summary: boring Review: I fell asleep during this movie. It was extremely boring. I don't recommend it.
Rating: Summary: Could have been better... Review: if the commercials didn't give the whole movie away! It's a good suspense story. It moves kinda slow, but that's still alright. There is enough to keep you interested, but I still wish they didn't give away everything in the commercials.
Rating: Summary: Weird, Strange, Good Review: this film is very weird and strange, but it's very good. It is almost scary in a few places. The whole movie you're trying to figure out who is after Pfeiffer. Very good.
Rating: Summary: A Sophisticated Suspense Film Review: What Lies Beneath is a great film. It delivers awesome performances by Michelle Pfeiffer and Harrison Ford. Claire, played my Pfeiffer, begins hearing and seeing terrible things. She's not sure if what she's seeing is real, or if she's going crazy. Behind all the supernatural elements, lies a mystery that only Claire may be able to solve. What Lies Beneath is filled with many shocks, surprises, and twists. The scenery is beautiful, especially the 2 story house that Claire and Norman (Harrison Ford) live in. If you're looking for a great and chilling suspense film, then you should definitely check out What Lies Beneath. It's a very smart and sophisticated film, and the DVD presents the film in a sharp and clear picture. It's definitely worth a look.
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