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Summary: Echoes Stirs Emotions
Review: Despite what you might have heard or any preconcieved notions you might have going in, Stir of Echoes is not a cheap and explotative attempt at capitalizing on the success of The Sixth Sense. In fact in comparing the two, Stir is far and away the better psychological thriller. Written by Richard Matheson (one of Stephen King's biggest influences) in the 1950's some detail had to be changed and it's all for the better. The events unfold in Chicago, not L.A., which is a welcome change and gives us a real sense of home. We identify with Kevin Bacon's Tom, a struggling musician who finds himself in a dead-end job and living a perfectly average life (not what he wants at all). That is until he finds himself seeing a ghost of a teenage girl whose asking him for help. While she's very menacing at times there's a consent sense that David Koepp's steering this film in a different direction than you might expect. It's very sensative and plays on our fears, not so much of haunted houses or evil spirits, but of eachother and more directly - of losing our sanity. Bacon's performance while not Oscar-worthy is maybe his best since Sleepers and he manages to nail the Chicago accent to a tee. The DVD is disappointing in that it's a formated version of the film and doesn't capture the grandeur of the theatrical version but the sound is maybe the best of any disc I've seen thusfar. And Koepp's commentary track is terrific, especially for those aspiring film-makers whom he gives plenty of helpful hints.
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Summary: WOW WHAT A MOVIE
Review: I think this is definitely one of the best films i have ever saw. This movie had horror, suspense and a little mystery too it. It was better then the sixth sense, and I have watched it over and over again. If you want a movie that will scare you and make you wonder if there really are ghosts out there. This is the movie for you. WOW! I am amazed that this didn't get what it deserved in the theaters. A TRUE A++++++ FILM. The dvd is great just wished there was more like deleted scenes, or a different ending but this movie is fun to watch again and again.
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Summary: Yeargh, tis a mighty good film this be
Review: Yeargh, in me long and lonely nights at the harsh sea I've only me portable DVD player to keep me company. So I be a watchin' this movie, and I be thinkin' "Yeargh, tis much better then the sixth sense.". And truly it is. With the plot twists, and right complicated story you'll be rapped up in this movie like a marlin in a longshoreman's net...yeargh.
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Summary: Stir of the Mind
Review: This was an excellent movie. Kevin Bacon played his role beautifully. I must admit that I had it <the plot> figured out half way through it though. It is very helpful if you believe in psychic powers before you watch this movie.
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Summary: One of the best performances from Kevin Bacon.
Review: Actor Kevin Bacon is turning to a great actor, after since the action/thriller:The River Wild. He has turn almost film, he has done to a great performances, films likes-The Hollow Man, Murder in the first, Telling lies in america and Digging to china. Bacon and Screenwriter/Director David Koepp(The Trigger Effect, Carlito`s Way) bring to energy to the film also what a great cast for supernatural/suspense-thriller. The only flaw in the movie is It`s feels to predictable at times and a little too easy to guess toward the end. Director Koepp bring a lot of style and being extremely well acted in his second film, what is based from a Richard Matheson`s novel(What dreams may came, Somewhere in time). Music by James Newton Howard(The Sixth Sense).DVD is good on the picture quality but the Dolby Digital 5.1 excellent and great bass to the movie. Great DVD from Artisan Entertainment. A fun running commentary track by the film director. Grade:B+.
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Summary: Better than Sixth Sense
Review: Having seen both these movies, I have to say that Stir is a much deeper, more challenging movie. While Sixth had a great ending, much of the beginning was very dull. Stir is not dull at all, and has many twists and turns throughout. I enjoyed it very much, and I'm sure you will, too!
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Summary: Good, But Save Your Money
Review: This is a good movie, but not great. It's creepy and has a great ending, but once you've seen it there's no need to watch it over again. Kevin Bacon does a great job in this film and it's definetly worth checking out, but my advice is to rent it first and then decide if you want to buy it.
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Summary: Stir of Echos
Review: I heard good and bad things about this movie and I was a little skeptic about viewing it since I'm picky about what I watch because I'm so busy,,, anyway,,, I was very impressed,,,It has a very unique twist to it that you'll have to find out for yourself,,,,I wasn't going to say it but I must say that I enjoyed this film more than the SIXTH SENSE,, dare I say it?? happy movie viewing.......
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Summary: Better then the 6th sense
Review: This movie is so much better then the 6th sense and It hasn't been talked about like the 6th sense did. I personally think 6th sense was one of the worse movies ever. This one is a must.
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Summary: A great movie!
Review: This is one of the best movies I have ever seen! Kevin Bacon is an excellent actor and shows his talent in every scene. I would recommend this movie to anyone who likes a brilliant storyline and supurb acting!
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