The Woman in Black details

The Woman in Black
Formats: 12 DVD, Blu-ray
Starring: Ciaran Hinds, Daniel Radcliffe, Ciarán Hinds, Janet McTeer, Shaun Dooley, Alisa Khazanova
Director: James Watkins
Genre: Horror - Comedy, Vampires
Studio: MOMENTUM PICTURES
Collections: Horrors, June - Thriller/Horror, Most Popular Films
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The Woman in Black
12 Feature

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Rental release: 18 Jun 2012
Main languages: English, English Audio Description
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  • Hammer Horror Makes a Magnificent Return

    Rated - 4.5 stars  
    By Vivacia (28 reviews) from London , 13 Feb 2012

    [Highly rated reviewer]

    The Woman in Black gets yet another adaptation, and though elements of the story are different to the play and the original novel this is based on, the 'spirit' of the story is maintained - to thrilling effect.

    Daniel Radcliffe casts aside his wand and Hogwarts uniform and takes on the mantle of Arthur Kipps, a recently widowed solicitor tasked with clearing out Eel Marsh. Leaving his son with the nanny he sets off to discover a small village suffering from a terrible curse. And when he finally enters Eel Marsh house he makes terrifying discoveries - with horrendous consequences.

    For those familiar with the original tale there is plenty to enjoy in this adaptation, with the changes to the plot keeping it fresh. For everyone else this is an excellent introduction. The only slight problem is Radcliffe's evident youth, which doesn't sit well with the character of a widowed father. But as the film progresses Radcliffe managed to carry the film, albeit with some excellent secondary character performances, especially Ciaran Hinds.

    Those who enjoy genuine old-school scares, need look no further than The Woman in Black. It's a magnificent return to form for Hammer productions and will continue to creep you out long after the last credit had rolled.
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  • Not overly scary but still very enjoyable.

    Rated - 3.0 stars  
    By Kipling (6 reviews) from London , 19 May 2013
    It is a film to enjoy for those that enjoy a classic ghost story rather than anyone that wants to be shaken up and scared to go to bed alone afterwards. Do not think too much into Daniel Radcliffe's youthful looks for the role, he still does a remarkable job with the character.
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  • mixed opinions

    Rated - 3.0 stars  
    By vickig0306 (429 reviews) from Halifax , 19 May 2013
    I did not like it, my daughter however loved it so I have given it an average rating. Not a very helpful review but this shows that different people like different movies
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  • Dull,Dull & Dull

    Rated - 1.5 stars  
    By Missclark (15 reviews) , 08 May 2013
    I was prepared to to be scared to death. It didn't happen. Not even hide behind the cushion scary. Daniel Radcliffe I'm sad to say was wooden and not at all convincing
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  • zzzzzzzzz.... zzzzzzzzzzzzz...

    Rated - 2.0 stars  
    By fatass (1 review) , 29 Apr 2013
    bit boring - harry potters scarier - though i havent watched any harry potters - his son looks almost as old as him.
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  • well good

    Rated - 4.5 stars  
    By a customer , 16 Apr 2013
    this film was well good !!!!! i loved it it was amazing people who think its scary are baby's !
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