Session 9 Destined for Cult Classic Status
Added 11/11/2009
The uber creepy "Session 9" concerns itself with an asbestos abatement crew working in an abandoned psychiatric hospital. Simple enough premise, but the hospital is none other than the Danvers State Mental Hospital, an all too real and terrifying location for even a puppet show, much less an atmospheric psychological horror/thriller. Disturbing and moody, the location supplements credible perfomances from the films stars David Caruso, Stephen Geveson, Josh Lucas, Brendan Sexton III. But Peter Mullan's work as crew leader Gordy is worth the price of the disc alone. Relying on story and cinematography, Brad Anderson weaves an always interesting tale about madness and the complex inner-workings of damaged minds with compelling and gleeful terror. Disc includes commentary, deleted scenes and an alternate ending.
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creeped me out
Added 11/2/2009
I found this to be a good story and a creepy scary movie; the acting was excellent - the beginning of the story doesn't prepare you for the psychological twist that is the basis for the film. This is a movie I have not forgotten; a good ensemble cast whose characters evoke empathy from the viewer. Because it was not an out and out horror film, more of a frightening psychological thriller, it leaves the viewer guessing as to whether or not the supernatural is involved or what is real -- what is imagined...i appreciated the film a lot. Defintely recommend this.
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Frighteningly Dull. Save Money. Choose Something Else.
Added 10/26/2009
I can't believe how many people think this is a five-star scary movie. Too tedious to be a "thriller" and sooo boring there's just no chance for suspense. The eeriest parts of the film are actually in the deleted scenes, where it appears as if a scary movie had actually been made and then re-shot with the creepyness (and plot) removed. Even the "star" of the film, the Danvers Asylum itself, has it's potential as a dire and forboding edifice watered down by showing exteriors shot on a beauitful, sunny day. Some say the director was being 'ironic". Irony is not scary. Neither is Session 9.
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Session 9 was quite a surprise. So many movies talk about the scares but so few deliver. The creepiness of Danver's rivals the Overlook Hotel in the Shining. The slow disintegration of these five men allows the tension to build.
By casting with good actors instead of those with bigger names but half the talent the director has made a movies that keeps you discussing it well after the credits roll.
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"I live...in the weak...and the wounded!"
Added 10/18/2009
Nowadays, there are so few real, quality horror films that get enough recognition. Sure, there are a good deal of great films that are under the radar of the mainstream, but when a really good horror movie of recent times comes around, it's definitely worth notice. And "Session 9" is worth the notice!
Taking influence largely from "The Shining", in my opinion, "Session 9" is a psychological horror film with a great deal of intense and mysterious atmosphere that's laid on thicker than Thanksgiving gravy. The powerful sense of dread and chilling mystery presented throughout the film is simply enticing and definitely makes you want to see the whole thing. In addition to the asylum, which is one of the big reasons why the film is so great, this film delves pretty deeply into psychology with the recorded sessions of the asylum patients. This part definitely sucked me in, because psychology has always been a topic of great curiosity to me.
Running at 1 hour and 40 minutes, this movie is longer than most slashers and about as long as more psychological films. However, the length of the film doesn't drag it down or make it boring, because the movie is able to fill all 100 minutes with interest and mystery. Honestly, the asylum is one of the greatest locations I've seen in a while in horror films. The written part is also done excellently, showcasing a strong plot and chilling series of events. In addition, the acting is great, with the actors showing how truly talented they are, regardless of how much mainstream attention they get.
Overall, with a dark and bleak feeling throughout, and a bitter ending, this is not a fun film by any means. However, "Session 9" is a film that will suck you into its mystery, depth, darkness and bleak appeal. If the feeling of this movie is too strong, I recommend washing it off with another great, modern-day horror film such as "Planet Terror" (even if it isn't 100% horror, it's great nonetheless). But as for this film, well, "Session 9" is the psychological horror film to beat of modern movies! Highly recommended for those interested in such a film, and to close, just because I love the quote so much, I need to say it again. "Where do you live?" --- "I live...in the weak...and the wounded!". Thanks for the time, and peace.
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Session 9 Destined for Cult Classic Status
Added 11/11/2009
The uber creepy "Session 9" concerns itself with an asbestos abatement crew working in an abandoned psychiatric hospital. Simple enough premise, but the hospital is none other than the Danvers State Mental Hospital, an all too real and terrifying location for even a puppet show, much less an atmospheric psychological horror/thriller. Disturbing and moody, the location supplements credible perfomances from the films stars David Caruso, Stephen Geveson, Josh Lucas, Brendan Sexton III. But Peter Mullan's work as crew leader Gordy is worth the price of the disc alone. Relying on story and cinematography, Brad Anderson weaves an always interesting tale about madness and the complex inner-workings of damaged minds with compelling and gleeful terror. Disc includes commentary, deleted scenes and an alternate ending.
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creeped me out
Added 11/2/2009
I found this to be a good story and a creepy scary movie; the acting was excellent - the beginning of the story doesn't prepare you for the psychological twist that is the basis for the film. This is a movie I have not forgotten; a good ensemble cast whose characters evoke empathy from the viewer. Because it was not an out and out horror film, more of a frightening psychological thriller, it leaves the viewer guessing as to whether or not the supernatural is involved or what is real -- what is imagined...i appreciated the film a lot. Defintely recommend this.
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Frighteningly Dull. Save Money. Choose Something Else.
Added 10/26/2009
I can't believe how many people think this is a five-star scary movie. Too tedious to be a "thriller" and sooo boring there's just no chance for suspense. The eeriest parts of the film are actually in the deleted scenes, where it appears as if a scary movie had actually been made and then re-shot with the creepyness (and plot) removed. Even the "star" of the film, the Danvers Asylum itself, has it's potential as a dire and forboding edifice watered down by showing exteriors shot on a beauitful, sunny day. Some say the director was being 'ironic". Irony is not scary. Neither is Session 9.
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