You will probably be scratching your head after this one. It's one of those films that tries to be really deep and artistic, but it's not. The description, I found, was misleading. It seemed to me that it is backwards. The uncle is actually infatuated with his neice, not the other way around at first at least. I kept expecting that this film would ultimately uncover a supernatural plot, but it didn't. It's suspenseful throughout and I can honestly say that I couldn't predict the ending nor what would happen from scene to scene. I didn't find any of the characters likeable except for the father and a couple other characters that didn't get enough screen time to really know for sure.Nicole Kidman is the same as always. Her acting annoys me for some reason. I just don't enjoy her. There was however one speech about why people choose to have children that she gave towards the end of the film that was pretty profound and put in a way I've never heard before, but agree with. This film had some good moments, but it was mostly a let down.

This movie is art. Its pace is slow and dark, so if you are looking for excitement you may find it boring. However, if you are a performance actor, this is a must see. There are many precious moments with almost no speaking lines where the actors give you goose bumps. In addition, it is a psychological story line, so you have to dig deep into the characters. Nothing is superficial about this movie. I purchased a copy to watch it again and again, especially the monologue moments.

This movie has left me mesmerized that I had to watch twice more. It absolutely shocked me after I knew that Wentworth Miller wrote it. The directing and filming of the movie were both unique and aesthetically pleasing. What I liked most about it was the unpredictable plot. India Stoker is a girl with a strong hearing gift. Her uncle Charlie who she never knew about came to live at their house after the death of her father. I wouldn't recommend watching it with someone or with a group just because it's a movie that requires your focus and concentration or you're gonna miss it big time. It's somewhat funny that the whole movie was like a plot twist. Definitely a must-watch!

As soon as you watch Stoker, your opinion about family bonds will not be the same anymore.Since from the opening shot your eyes are pleasantly amazed by the stunning cinematography of this movie. Everything is surrounded by a dream-like atmosphere and once you discover more and more about the mysterious quiet India and her family you will understand why.Matthew Goode and Nicole Kidman, who respectively play uncle Charlie and Eveline, are both excellent at portraying their characters and the camera movements keep the audience's concentration high all the time. What many might dislike, though, is the script, which sometimes appears to be too predictable.I do not want to repeat myself, but the cinematography is wonderful, how the director manipulate the viewer through mirrors and light is a good lesson to learn for anybody interested in filmmaking.I encourage everyone that likes thrillers to watch this movie. You will not be disappointed.