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If you want a movie that offers some good suspense and one that does a pretty good job with misdirection along with some WTF head scratching moments then you can't go wrong with this film.

Very well directed with eerie feel. I often wonder why more thrillers like this don't utilize the power of sound and musical scores to build tension in a scene. Anyways I was pleasantly surprised by this in a year that hasn't released many good movies. I hope to see more from this director!

I hated this film to begin with. I found it boring, and like some lame c-grade horror flick, with half the scenes barely even making sense. It felt like a Lifetime movie.

Then the film shifted dramatically and changed into something completely different. It was like watching two separate films, with a heap of separate stories taking place at once. It did this effectively though, and managed to weave all the strands together quite well. It certainly drew me in and captivated me throughout the second half.

I really didn't see some of the twists and turns coming. I'm glad I persisted through what I found to be a tedious first half hour. I See You felt like smart writing by the end, and definitely had a little swagger and style in the way it was made.

One of those films that leaves you kind of stunned by the end.

This is a very entertaining, clever thriller.

I would class this as an intelligent piece of writing, somehow it's a thriller within a thriller, it has a jigsaw feel to it, you will watch it and have many questions, how, what and who. Those questions will be answered as the film progresses, the intensity also increases, it is very satisfying.

What starts out as a relatively mild thriller soon morphs into something a lot darker, it goes through phases, ending as a very dark, twisted thriller.

Nicely acted, Helen Hunt does a good job, but all the cast are good.

It's a fine watch. 8/10.

Very well executed mystery thriller that keeps you on the edge the entire time. Well done. Bravo. Thank you!

The first thing I did after watching this movie was looking for the name of the music composer. Because the sound design is incredible. Really good. It creates a lot of the atmosphere, which is what this movie is about: creepy atmosphere! It is not about paranormal activity, no ghosts, no monsters, no gore, no terror. Nevertheless creepy with high tension. A psycho thriller and horror thriller. Unpredictable with surprises and twists in the story. Don't read too much about it before watching it. It would destroy the experience. It is a great, realistic story.

The movie is different from usual horror/mystery films - not involving much gore/torture still maintains very good story-line and puzzle

1st half of the movie is originating puzzles, complicating the story; while the other half is filling in the gaps to solve that puzzles in a very unique way of back-patching/filling parallel events

Also, the sound-effects are very unique and different from usual, heard a bit new things

And, Yes, Passively marketing a few new terminologies and Singers/Songs :)

Overall very decent movie to spend good time and deserves to be in Horror/Mystery Category

"I See You" is a Crime - Drama movie in which we watch a detective trying to find a missing young boy while he and his family starting experiencing some strange events at their house.

I liked this movie because it had a simple but very interesting plot with some plot twists that I did not expect and made it even more interesting. The direction which was made by Adam Randall was good and he did an excellent job without using any unnecessary jump scares that could lower the quality of his movie. I also have to admit that I was surprised with the very good interpretation of Helen Hunt who played as Jackie Harper and she was simply amazing. Some other interpretations that have to be mentioned were Owen Teague's who played as Alec, Jon Tenney's who played as Greg Harper and Libe Barer's who played as Mindy. Finally, I have to say that "I See You" is a nice crime movie and not a horror movie so, if you want to watch a classic horror movie then you should watch another movie and not this one. I recommend this movie because it feels very real and I am sure that you will feel it too, after watching it.

We're not quite sure where we are with this often deliriously directed horror thriller. From the opening scene, Adam Randall directs former actor Devon Graye's twist-packed story with relish, taking every opportunity to infuse the recognisably comfortable home life of the regular family line-up - affable Dad, smiling-through-adversity Mum and bratty, sullen kid. As we discover, they all have their tales to tell. So do other characters we meet later on when perspectives on events change and things become darker still.

Supernatural elements appear to make way for a more tangible, home invasion. But don't be disheartened; this is a chiller alright, even if doesn't quite become an outright horror. The camerawork is so sly and suspenseful, you might find yourself leaning forward in your chair trying to see round corners, or behind silhouettes of the characters to get a clearer look as to what is going on. It's all aided by the terrific soundtrack by William Arcane, which is available to buy.

Some reviewers suggest that 'I See You' gets a little lost in its wealth of twists and turns, but I think they are all judged just right. My score is 7 out of 10.

It takes a lot for me to say this, but I watched it twice and I never watch a movie twice.

What we have here is a double whammy, for the first half you think you are watching one movie then it completely slaps you with in the face with HA you thought you figured it out but you didnt at all.

The performances are great all around. I will say that Helen Hunt is not the star of this movie, that says a lot because she is great as always but before you watch it know that she is not the main focus, at times it feels like they just hired her for star power.

Just watch it, I can say moch more without giving away the plot and part of the charm is not to know what is coming at you.

This movie was not what I expected. It actually turned out to be a really decent thriller. Once it kicks into gear, it goes. And it's a fun ride.

I think a good plot twist is hard to see these days because we've seen a lot that they are very predictable now, but these one had a very good one and I liked how the ending wasn't what I expected and the way it unraveled.

This movie had the right amount of jump scares, horror and mystery and I feel like that's the way a movie traps you into knowing what's going to happen next.

It's entertaining since the beginning because right away, it starts with a good opening scene that makes you wonder what this movie is gonna be about and how is it related with the other characters. If you're looking for a scary thriller with a plot twist go give this movie a try.

8/10

Plot: Jackie Harper is trying to fix her marriage after her affair with her high school sweetheart but her husband and son is not making it easy. To make things worse there is a creepy presence in the house.

The poster seemed cool and I thought it would be cool horror film. It is actually a mystery/thriller film, not a horror film.

There are three phases in the film. First phase revolves around the Harper family and the little strange occurrences that happens around the house. As the film progresses those strange events become increasingly creepy. There is also the drama centering the unfaithfulness of the wife. First phase takes almost 60 percent of the run time. I loved this phase, I had no idea what was going on, lots of questions were running around in my head. Then comes the second phase which takes a totally different turn in terms of cinematography and the tone of the film. Some hand held shots were used which distracted me from the ambience created by the first phase. This is the weakest phase of the film. Thank god it was the shortest phase as well.

The last phase shows lots of details and tries to tie the story lines. I liked most part of this phase as well. The tone of the film shifts here as well.

The acting was good by all the actors and music was nice as well. The frog mask is creepy. There were some solid twists which surprised me.

As the film has distinct phases and goes from mystery to thriller to action the overall experience diminishes a little. The production value is low and sometimes feels like a low budget TV-movie. There are some inconsistencies in the story.

I enjoyed the film. It is a clever film with some genuine surprises in the story. I liked the creepy ambience of the film and also the little dramas between the characters. Short run time also works in the favor of the film.

I wasn't feeling this movie early on. It seemed like a throwaway horror flick of streaming movie quality. I started to get impatient, started watching on 2x speed, and almost quit. Then there was some added intrigue so I kept watching, but still at 2x speed. It kept getting better. I finally slowed it down.

Sigh. I messed up big time. I consider this to be one of my biggest movie failures. I'll never get to watch this for the first time again. And I can't even fully rate it correctly. I can't tell if the early part was actually bad or I was just impatient. And the later events may have hit me even harder if I gave it a real chance.

This rating has an asterisk on it. I'll re-rate on rewatch.

(1 viewing, 8/2/2024)

I watch a ton of horror/thriller movies and this was a unique one, at least to me. I wish they would have chosen someone besides Helen Hunt as the mother. I can't tell if she's a poor actor, or if her character is supposed to be so weird.

Initially, it may feel like a cheap horror movie, with scenes that seem disjointed and lacking coherence, reminiscent of a lifetime movie. However, it soon takes a dramatic turn, evolving into something far more complex and captivating.

The structure is unique, effectively weaving together multiple storylines and presenting a series of puzzles that gradually unravel as the narrative progresses. This dual-layered storytelling, akin to a jigsaw puzzle, keeps viewers engaged, with the second half of the film filling in gaps and answering the myriad of questions posed earlier. The twists and turns are unpredictable, ensuring a riveting experience that leaves audiences stunned by the conclusion.

The film's sound effects add to its distinctiveness, enhancing the atmosphere without relying on excessive gore or torture. This fresh approach makes it a worthy addition to the horror/mystery genre, balancing smart writing with an engaging storyline. The cast's performance, especially Helen Hunt brings depth to the characters, further enriching the viewing experience.

Overall, "I See You" stands out as an intelligent and satisfying piece of cinema. It seamlessly transitions from a mild thriller to a dark, twisted narrative, offering a unique and entertaining experience that is both thought-provoking and entertaining.

This movie had great potential. But, alas, weak character development and plot holes.

Positives:

+ Very twisty story + Excellent intertwining of two plot lines + Good atmospherics + Great setting, beautiful home on a cliff overlooking Lake Erie + Music that heightens the tension w/o being overbearing

Negatives:

--What motivates the serial killer? We know almost nothing about this person's motives, psychological state, background. --The marriage itself looks implausible -- major class differences -- despite the "explanation". --Incidents within the marriage need more background. Again, WHY? --What's the connection from events of 15 years earlier to the latest missing people? Never explained. --A few plot holes.

I rarely say this, but this is one movie that should've been longer by 30 minutes.