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This movie, while dark and fuzzy, is much superior to the original because of better acting by the adult characters. The last 10 minutes is genuinely heartbreaking.

The victim's mother is much more believable here and her reactions to the lead's mother is more realistic.

The lead's. Mother reacts to the increasing evidence in ways that are believable and seem heartfelt.

The janitor's personage is more clearly malicious than that of the original.

The lead may be the only role less well-acted than the American version. She is too small and mean-looking.

As with most movies I've seen the American version lacks depth and punch.

This documentary explores myths and facts that I first heard of 70 years ago, while growing up in that area.

Seneca and Cayuga Lakes are popular deep-water lakes in upstate New York.

Stories of the sounds, like cannon-fire, termed "Drums of the Seneca, in the area were known to the local Indian tribes and continue, under certain conditions. These were reportedly caused by tumultuous water movements between the two parallel lakes in underwater connecting chasms.

These along with multiple sightings of the freshwater equivalents of sea serpents are explored in this fascinating work. Whether this region is familiar to you or not, you should find it interesting.

While the pacing is a bit uncertain at times, the story works well.

The relationship of the two lead characters evolves to make a suspenseful buildup.

The somewhat unusual setting tends to hold our interest.

Overall, a fine effort...great casting.