My all time favorite ghost story. Actually, one of my all time favorite films. There are so many small touches, excellent acting from Kensit & Sands, but also from every supporting character, especially the little boy... I wish i could find it on... (read more) My all time favorite ghost story. Actually, one of my all time favorite films. There are so many small touches, excellent acting from Kensit & Sands, but also from every supporting character, especially the little boy... I wish i could find it on DVD =(

Fabulously spooky haunting tale with a creepy gothic erotic feel. Starring Patsy Kensit (cheesy wotsit) - she brings an impressive array of emotions to her role as the young nanny.

Very spooky and unsettling. Patsy Kensit is good. The children are perfectly creepy. The whole feel of the movie is quite eerie. The art direction and score add a lot to the atmosphere.

A loyal adaptation that takes some artistic risks. If you haven't read the book, I don't recommend you watch this movie.

By completely re-setting the story in the 1960s instead of the early 1800s, this adaptation can't claim to be faithful in detail, but it's the most faithful adaptation in terms of atmosphere. The ambiguity and mystery so important to the novella mor... (read more) By completely re-setting the story in the 1960s instead of the early 1800s, this adaptation can't claim to be faithful in detail, but it's the most faithful adaptation in terms of atmosphere. The ambiguity and mystery so important to the novella more or less makes its way onto the screen, and the cast is right on.