The chief problem with all of 1408 remains the chief problem with most 'ghost'-based films: once you're absolutely certain that you're dealing with a ghost/spirit/evil-presence, etc., … more
While driving down the highway with ‘the cool wind in my hair’ I was reminded of the great Eagles song about the mysterious Hotel California. Turns out there is a California hotel … more
Of all of the Stephen King adaptations out there, the existence of 1408 probably has one of the most interesting stories. The story itself can be found in a collection of short stories called "Everything's … more
Horror like action films and romantic Comedies has fallen prey to the disease that is formula. There hasn't been a full blown, original horror film in a long time. But now I have faith the genre can be … more
Pros: Good creep-out factor, Cusack has skills, cinematography Cons: Slightly predictable in some respects The Bottom Line: A solid film of supernatural … more
I was pleasantly surprised or should I say scared by this incredibly creepy film! This is one of the best screen adaptations of a King novel to a movie since The Shining. John … more
've always appreciated the differences between psychological "horror" films and slasher horror films. It always tends to be the psychological ones the freak me the hell out. Then, I tend to laugh at films … more
This is a creepy, scary movie. It wisely starts off by setting up the main character, and making it clear that he's pretty bored with going to so-called haunted hotel rooms and … more
Mike Enslin (John Cusack) writes "horror" guides to haunted places. With several books under his belt, he's become numb to the supposedly haunted surroundings he puts himself into. Until he hears about … more
This is a creepy, scary movie. It wisely starts off by setting up the main character, and making it clear that he's pretty bored with going to so-called haunted hotel rooms and … more
I was pleasantly surprised or should I say scared by this incredibly creepy film! This is one of the best screen adaptations of a King novel to a movie since The Shining. John … more
Pros: Tense, startling, disturbing with flashes of humor Cons: Horror, like Humor, is very subjective... not everyone has the same buttons. This work's biggest downfall is … more