An amazing adventure into the psyche of a madman

Definitely a Silence of the Lambs clone a bit, but it's unique enough to stand on its own. The strongest points is Jennifer Lopez as usual, and the now-iconic visuals for this

Una pélicula con una estética muy avanzada para ese momento y muy cuidada, es un viaje mágico y algo intromigante a la mente de un asesino. Es bastanta atrevida y original con una trama entretenida y bien ejecutada. Actuaciones correctas. Merece la pena verla.

An interesting duality between two investigators; one solely interested in saving the victim, the other interested in saving both the victim and the perpetrator.

Wasted potential by adding too much Suriel scenes.

One of the most underrated movies from 2000. The creativity, cinematography, and uniqueness of this film is a must! The cast alone (yes, giving JLo credit too). Still one of my favs!

Fantastic cinematics and costumes! Shame it was wasted on horrific film writing with terrible choice of *cough* actress for the main character. Would of paid off very well to have gotten true talent instead of riding on the gimmick-pony, like some sort of sloppy 'queen of the damned' weak formula, that only worked out well because of the soundtrack of great musicians, not the pop-performer playing dress-up for a film.

Gorgeous! Watch it for the Beauty if nothing else ❤️ The Images Stay with you 💓

I saw the movie at an SF/Fantasy con some years back playing in the movie room. I found the movie both breath-taking and disturbing, but the latter for all the right reasons with the horror scenes and the ultimate situation with Carl. Child abuse is a horror that needs to end. They often find life to be a maze they can't seem to navigate. No surprise to me that so many use drugs as an escape. Beyond this, I found the cast incredible, especially JLo as Catherine. But Vincent D was spectacular. Read the negative and positive reviews, then ignore them all and watch it.

The movie is precious not only for meticulously visualized trauma of a psychopath, but also carries a message of compassion that seems impossible to experience. It’s on my absolute must-see list.

This film gets a lot of reviews claiming it's heinous, disturbing, vile, etc. Trust me, there are plenty of films out there that are much more difficult to stomach. Probably a bunch of J-Lo fans not used to horror. I've found many films on the topic of schizophrenia fascinating. The film was definitely sadistic. Kinda Silence of the Lambs meets Inception. It had mostly dark undertones with moments of peace, calm, and empathy for the proverbial serial killer who was badly abused, as a child. Visuals were stunning, acting was pretty good. D'Onofrio plays the ultimate psychotic villain in many roles he plays in, throughout his career. The plot itself is kinda meh. I'd say the ratings on this film are pretty accurate. Not spectacular by a long shot, but respectable and entertaining.

I typically don't just jump into visuals, but for "The Cell," I feel like it's a must. Tarsem Singh, known for his background in music videos, is so obvious from the opening scene. He brings a distinct and visually stunning style to "The Cell." The dream sequences and the alternate reality within the killer's mind are visually arresting, featuring elaborate set designs and mesmerizing costumes that contribute to the film's overall aesthetic appeal. The alternate reality within the killer's mind is a kaleidoscope of surreal and fantastical imagery. The cinematography team created a visual feast, using elaborate set designs, intricate costumes, and symbolic motifs to convey the twisted psyche of the antagonist. I often found myself rewinding to ensure that I captured every element of the scene. There was a mix of practical effects and CGI (not overdone) to bring the fantastical elements to life, contributing to the film's overall immersive experience. The contrast between hot and cold elements of both worlds keeps me drawn in, afraid to miss what comes next. Each frame seems meticulously crafted, drawing inspiration from art, mythology, and religious iconography. Singh's inventive use of camera angles and movement further elevates the film's visual impact. From sweeping aerial shots to intense close-ups, the cinematography successfully captures the emotional intensity of the narrative. The juxtaposition of visually stunning sequences with darker, psychological themes creates a unique cinematic experience. By focusing on the visuals and cinematography, it enhances the film's shortcomings in other aspects, such as the plot. While I still feel like Rotten Tomatoes was hating so hard, I can see why the rating is so low. The plot was a bit empty. The storyline was overshadowed by leaving out the main goal of the plot, cohesiveness, structure, and unfortunately, character development. The transitions between the real world and the dream sequences might feel disjointed, making it challenging for some viewers to connect with the overarching story. This uneven pacing can result in moments where the plot seems to lag or lose momentum. While I loved the cast, the characters themselves lack the depth required for a psychological thriller. It was challenging to emotionally invest in the characters, impacting the overall impact of the narrative. Honestly, I believe that if there was a bit more focus on character development, it could've drastically changed the movie and how critics viewed it. But all of that aside, I circle back: the visuals were so breathtaking that with a bit of imagination, context clues, and love for a theatre experience, this movie is a masterpiece for what it is and was one of my favorites to watch recently.

Nice visuals with below-average screenplay.

The screenplay is utter nonsense, but Tarsem's imagery is always compelling

Venturing back to 2020 I decided to step back into the twisted world of 'The Cell'. SYNOPSIS: 'An F.B.I. Agent persuades a social worker, who is adept with a new experimental technology, to enter the mind of a comatose serial killer in order to learn where he has hidden his latest kidnap victim.' 'The Cell' is a beautifully warped film which delves into areas which had never really been put onto the big screen at the time of its release. Yes, some of the CGI effects look wonky and dated now, but at the time they were ground breaking. Like our own dreams and nightmares the movie's settings are littered with distorted thoughts, ideas and desires. And things get pretty fucked up here, bordering on something out of the 'Saw' franchise. It's a truly stunning and gnarly piece of work. Whilst Jennifer Lopez fumbles through her role Vincent D'Onofrio is absolutely exceptional as the film's antagonist. Possibly a career best performance. An absolute mind bender of a thriller. 7/10

I don't know how this film has such a mediocre rating... It an absolute visual and audio masterpiece, and literally one of a kind in its delivery!! I can only guess that the grim imagery and disorientating dream like quality to much of the movie were to much for the average viewer!!! But the fact that the RT critics themselves scored this so low is a total disservice to their own legitimacy. This is a deeply extravagant, wildly unsettling artistic journey into psychosis and paranoid imagination, with a visual style mostly unrivalled in cinema!!! If Silence of the Lambs was some kind of high-tech laboratory acid trip this is what you'd get...

A severely underrated psychological thriller. Arthouse. Cerebral. Haunting. D'onofrio is evocative.

A solid psychological thriller - idk why it's so underrated. The colors, textures, the way it's filmed - visually interesting but also disturbing. If you like scary movies you should check this off your list.

I don't know how this got such low ratings! It looked beautiful and I loved the idea of the story! Really enjoyed it! Jlo was excellent!

Visually beautiful and creative. Dark and alluring but suspenseful. Ahead of its time