Re: Shutter (2004)

I watched Shutter yesterday, it comes across as a mix of several other recent Asian horror films but with a couple of unique concepts. 

I couldn't help being reminded of Ju-on (The Grudge) above all but with elements of Ringu and The Eye and Phone amongst others.

Originality wise, well it won't spoil the film by saying at times it's a real pain in the neck!

So I am in agreement with hengcs on this one, good production values but apart from the odd original concept there's nothing to make it stand out amongst the rising torrent of horror/ghost films that have poured out of Asia since the success of Ringu.

If you watch it on DVD, try and listen to the DTS audio selection, it is excellent and I can imagine people getting a little freaked out with the sounds coming from all around them.

If you're a horror fan there's more than enough enjoyment to be had from Shutter just don't expect it to change your world.

Cheers Trev.