Another of the 'what's going on' movies

BigGuy

Soul survivors, like a few other supernatural movies that have come out recently, leave the viewer wondering what is really happening.  This one I think it slightly better done than the others since the ending is less predictable and more fulfilling.

Melissa Sagemiller did quite a good job playing Cassie, the movie's lead. An emotional wreck after a car accident, she is convinced that people are trying to kill her, but for some reason no one else ever sees the assailants or even seems to believe her.  Melissa's portrayal is quite convincing, and I feel never goes off the deep end like in too many horror movies.

The supporting cast did a rather decent job.  Wes Bentley plays the creepy former boyfriend.  And comes across as a creepy former boyfriend. Basically the same as in American Beauty, but with a movie sinister edge.  Eliza Dushka, the best friend, does a good job as well, although her work is a little over the top.  Luke Wilson is excellent and convincing in his role as a priest.

Overall the movie was quite enjoyable.  The tension was rather unrelenting, but actually used to pretty good effect.  The biggest flaw is that the ending (the part after the surprise twist) was rather too saccharine but that is only a couple of minutes.  Another slight problem is the beginning takes a little too long to develop.  The middle of the movie is pretty solid however.  It may seem a little disjointed, but it works and makes sense for the movie as a whole.

score 6/10

BigGuy 8 September 2001

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