Review by mrseldomseen

Solid piece of filmmaking from Tarsem, in his major film debut. This film has something most American films lack: imagination. And what an imagination this director has. The script is solid, the performances on point (Sure we could always use more character development), and the visuals are an added bonus. Ms. Lopez proves herself to be one of films most exciting risk-takers by starring in this film. Vince Vaughn adds his usual rock-steady cool, and Marianne Jean-Baptiste is always exciting to watch - though I would have loved to see her venture into the killer's mind for a minute. Vincent D'Onofrio remains one of my top 5 favorite character actors, and is very effective here, as usual. He's played so many different characters it's hard to typecast him. His Starger is his creepiest role yet. So many American films are afraid to take any real chances, which is unfortunate. The last American film I saw prior to "The Cell" which took my breath away was "Magnolia". And that was last December. Think of all the films that have been released between "Magnolia" and "The Cell". Good job to everyone involved in the making of this movie.