I can see why this people say this is so scary, but I really wasn't affected. Okay, so this was disturbing and creepy, but not the kind of thing that keeps you up all night. As for acting and special effects, I have no complaints or comments besides the fact that everything was well done. The plot is very intriguing and dark, and I'm not sure how close to the original Japanese movie (Ringu) it is. Rachel Keller is a news reporter whose niece, Katie (Amber Tamblyn), dies after watching a mysterious videotape that supposedly kills its viewers. Doubtful if a videotape could really do such a thing, Rachel, and later her ex-husband Noah (Martin Henderson), watch the video, and both receive a call from a mysterious girl who whispers that they have seven days to live. A little shaken, Rachel looks into the history of the tape, and discovers a horrible secret, involving an unwanted child named Samara (Daveigh Chase), a cruel adopted father (Brian Cox), and more. In no time, Rachel and Noah find themselves fighting for their lives; working to stop this mysterious force before it destroys them both. Is seven days enough time? I would suggest buying this movie; it's obviously a classic (or worthy of being one). David Dorfman's performance as the young, seemingly psychic Aidan Keller was engaging and unpredictable; I liked it. Expect great plot twists and high suspense. Children will, as usual, pee their pants (or more?) if they watch this, so don't let them. You'll enjoy this one; trust me.
