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il custode di un complesso residenziale scopre nella piscina condominiale una ninfa acquatica di nome story e decide di aiutarla a ritornare nel suo mondo, il regno azzurro. l'impresa e' pericolosa perche' alcune creature minacciose sono determinate a distruggere story e chiunque accorra in suo aiuto. gli inquilini del residence sembrano corrispondere esattamente ai personaggi di un'antica leggenda sulle ninfe. le loro vite seguono percorsi misteriosi che li poteranno a sconfigger i mostri per adempiere al loro destino.
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9 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
This film has been widely condemned and ridiculed, somewhat unfairly in my opinion. Theres a great many worse films around, although thats no excuse in itself. But Night has set the bar high with his previous work so that this film pales compared with his previous work. Thats not to say its a bad film, just dissappointing considering the talent of who made it.
The story isn't particularly well-structured and lots of things aren't explained properly and certain themes aren't developed. The story itself is something of a cross between a childrens tale and a redemption story, and trying to be both it doesn't quite do justice to either. To appreciate it you need to suspend your disbelief, and even after that you need to take a leap into believing the entire premise in the first place. However it has been touted as a children's bedtime story and in a touching way its reminiscent of the kind of tales you hear as a child.
All that aside, its a well made film, well-acted and has a wonderful score from James Newton Howard which really adds an emotive feel to the tale. Some of the characters are interesting, some not and some aren't developed enough for us to know (or even care), Paul Giamatti's 'Cleveland' is a nice sympathetic but tragic character and Bryce Dallas Howard is a charming, enigmatic and always pasty sea-nymph. Night casts himself in a major role this time rather than just his usual brief cameos, he does ok but the role he plays may leave you with questions of the man's ego.
Not a film for the constantly cynical amongst us, it is in fact a sentimental tale with a postively redeeming story to it. A good family film perhaps?
The story isn't particularly well-structured and lots of things aren't explained properly and certain themes aren't developed. The story itself is something of a cross between a childrens tale and a redemption story, and trying to be both it doesn't quite do justice to either. To appreciate it you need to suspend your disbelief, and even after that you need to take a leap into believing the entire premise in the first place. However it has been touted as a children's bedtime story and in a touching way its reminiscent of the kind of tales you hear as a child.
All that aside, its a well made film, well-acted and has a wonderful score from James Newton Howard which really adds an emotive feel to the tale. Some of the characters are interesting, some not and some aren't developed enough for us to know (or even care), Paul Giamatti's 'Cleveland' is a nice sympathetic but tragic character and Bryce Dallas Howard is a charming, enigmatic and always pasty sea-nymph. Night casts himself in a major role this time rather than just his usual brief cameos, he does ok but the role he plays may leave you with questions of the man's ego.
Not a film for the constantly cynical amongst us, it is in fact a sentimental tale with a postively redeeming story to it. A good family film perhaps?
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:HD DVD
Lady in the Water was a film I missed when it came to the cinema. Despite being a huge fan M Night the synopsis didn't inspire me, I'm not really into fairy tales and to me, the plot sounded nonsense. I eventually came across the movie again while browsing Amazon and decided what the heck, give it a go! To be honest I was surprised and enjoyed it immensely. To be fair its not a classic like Sixth Sense or as good as Unbreakable or Signs but to me it was very well acted and wove an intriguing plot that kept me glued right to the end.
I wont go over the story but Paul Giamatti is a wonderful and diverse actor who's character you really care for as he attempts to protect the equally talented Bryce Dallas Howard from invisible supernatural wolf like creatures. M Night also makes an appearance as a side character that is much more significant than his usual cameos. His appearance augments the portfolio of interesting quirky characters that constitute the local community that exist around the communal swimming pool Giamatti cares for. Its vastly interesting and entertaining how the somewhat isolated residents of the flats are drawn together and united as a community with the common goal of protecting Bryce's character.
The type of story and characterisation of the film reminded me of some of Steven King's best books, for example It. By this I don't mean that M Night is ripping off Steven King but the way he develops the characters who unite to help protect the Lady in the Water is carried in out in a simlarly intriguing fashion. None of the characters are super heroes, they all have their own faults and quirks and this is what mmakes the film so interesting.
As with many of M Nights other films they are, in places, humourous, exciting and touching. I would definitely recommend to fans of M Night or viewers who aren't looking for an action and can suspend their belief. If you can do that then consider this movie 4 stars. If you haven't enjoyed M Night's previous films then subtract 2 stars and avoid.
I wont go over the story but Paul Giamatti is a wonderful and diverse actor who's character you really care for as he attempts to protect the equally talented Bryce Dallas Howard from invisible supernatural wolf like creatures. M Night also makes an appearance as a side character that is much more significant than his usual cameos. His appearance augments the portfolio of interesting quirky characters that constitute the local community that exist around the communal swimming pool Giamatti cares for. Its vastly interesting and entertaining how the somewhat isolated residents of the flats are drawn together and united as a community with the common goal of protecting Bryce's character.
The type of story and characterisation of the film reminded me of some of Steven King's best books, for example It. By this I don't mean that M Night is ripping off Steven King but the way he develops the characters who unite to help protect the Lady in the Water is carried in out in a simlarly intriguing fashion. None of the characters are super heroes, they all have their own faults and quirks and this is what mmakes the film so interesting.
As with many of M Nights other films they are, in places, humourous, exciting and touching. I would definitely recommend to fans of M Night or viewers who aren't looking for an action and can suspend their belief. If you can do that then consider this movie 4 stars. If you haven't enjoyed M Night's previous films then subtract 2 stars and avoid.
25 of 32 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
I saw this film a while ago, and am a huge fan of all of M Night's work including signs, unbreakable etc. The film is really different and completely unpredictable. Its a great blend of a fairytale story and a supenseful film all in one as the main character bryce dallas is stalked by a beast that is like a hyena/wolf and can dissapear within the ground and she has to return to the sea before her time is up. I cant explain the story of the film but its a definate must see for all ages! Im buying this when its out!
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Trivial & tedious
AWFUL. This film will not broaden, engage, or entertain your mind. Pretentious rubbish, as the sheer number of ratings of 1/5 stars indicate. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Chulsk
Loved it!
Mauled unfairly by the critics on release Lady in the Water is a fine film and I thoroughly enjoyed it. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Mr. G. Robinson
Not as bad as people say
M Night Shyamaln delivered big time with Sixth sense, Sings and Unbreakable, his unique directorial style was distinctive and impressive and his twists were unexpected and... Read more
Published 7 months ago by Sam
Better than expected
With all the poor reviews I was expecting an awful piece of shocking nonsense. To be honest, it was pretty good. Read more
Published 9 months ago by A. Goodall
awful
what a waste of money and time it took me to watch this awful awful film.i bought this dvd with the hopes it would live up to two of my favourite films by him, signs and the... Read more
Published 9 months ago by E. Ramshaw
face down in the water
not one i'd pick but at short notice obtainable as it was a gift for the wife she loved it,made her day (birthday that is!)nicely priced prompt delivery great
Published 16 months ago by dayvee
Lady in the water
Not a movie I would have got, but decided to buy it to see what it was about. I found it very diffirent and a movie I would say others would enjoy. Read more
Published 19 months ago by baby
ok
You will either like this film or be bored by it. His other films like the sixth sense are better but this has some good bits. Read more
Published 21 months ago by Caram
It started very badly...and then got worse.
Even if you paid the advertised 37p for a used copy of this terrible film you would have been overcharged.
Published 22 months ago by Mr. B. Kendrick
Buoyant
Shyamalan has done for the fantasy / fairy tale what he did for superheros, ghosts and bogeymen in the woods. Read more
Published 22 months ago by Irwin Winterchest
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