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The Skeleton Key (DVD, 2005, Full Frame)
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Leading Role: Gena Rowlands,Kate Hudson
Director: Iain Softley
Rating: Rated PG-13
Release Date: Nov 2005
Format: DVD
Additional Info: Full Frame
UPC: 025192585128
Product ID: EPID48427329
Description: After New Orleans hospice worker Caroline (Kate Hudson) answers a help wanted ad, she finds herself working as the live-in caretaker of Ben Devereaux (John Hurt), a stroke victim who has lost his ability to speak. Ben's wife, Violet (Gen...
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See It TwiceReview created: 01/12/06(updated 01/12/06)
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7 of 9 people found this review helpful.
I saw this movie when it first came out, then recently watched it again on DVD. It's one of those movies that has levels you don't see the first time around. Until you know the ending a lot of things will go unnoticed during the first viewing, particularly in regards to Gena Rowlands character, Violet.
The soundtrack is very good and also well worth owning, if for no other reason, for the awesome reworking of Johnny Farmer's (the blues musician who'd rather be known as a bulldozer driver) song, Death Letter, and Robert Johnson's Come On In My Kitchen.
As if all of this weren't enough, Catherine Yronwode who, in my opinion, is THE authority on hoodoo/rootwork magic, served as consultant.
If you have more than a passing interest in folk magic, and enjoy movies that are more suspense than gore, this movie is worth owning, and definitely worth watching more than once.
The soundtrack is very good and also well worth owning, if for no other reason, for the awesome reworking of Johnny Farmer's (the blues musician who'd rather be known as a bulldozer driver) song, Death Letter, and Robert Johnson's Come On In My Kitchen.
As if all of this weren't enough, Catherine Yronwode who, in my opinion, is THE authority on hoodoo/rootwork magic, served as consultant.
If you have more than a passing interest in folk magic, and enjoy movies that are more suspense than gore, this movie is worth owning, and definitely worth watching more than once.
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3 of 7 people found this review helpful.
This was such a good movie. It really surprises you. Caroline (played by Kate Hudson) lost her dad a year ago and he did not tell her that he was sick before he died. She has not forgiven herself for not being there to take care of him in his last days. She works as a hospice(someone who cares for dieing people) for that reason. She gets a job in Louisiana'a bayous caring for a dieing man. She uncovers a deadly secret in the attic that deals with magic, spells, and sacrifice. Thats as far as I will go so I don't ruin the movie for anyone. It is a really good movie. It is full of suspense.
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BEST Suspense and TWIST since Sixth Sense!Review created: 11/21/05
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2 of 6 people found this review helpful.
BEST Suspense and TWIST since Sixth Sense!
Full of Suprises that you would never even think of happening.
This is a movie that you would buy and watch AGAIN!
MUST SEE!
Full of Suprises that you would never even think of happening.
This is a movie that you would buy and watch AGAIN!
MUST SEE!
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good movieReview created: 02/18/09
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i am not scared easily and this movie actually freaked me out a little...it is a great movie and kate hudson is awesome in it
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the skeleton keyReview created: 09/12/08
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1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
I love this movie it is awsome, little bit of black magic and ghost and just a great movie i have watched it several times which i usually never do:)
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Worth it!Review created: 07/10/08
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1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
A must have movie- I loved everything about it! Brings Voodoo and the Supernatural talked about tastefully done and the suspense is definately there as well! I highly recommend this movie!
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A fresh horror movie that will make your skin crawl!Review created: 09/02/06
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1 of 4 people found this review helpful.
The Skeleton Key is the best horror movie I have seen in several years. The use of Southern folk magic was something rarely seen in films. It is a unique way to keep the viewer on the edge of their seats. Kate Hudson and Gena Rowland both give outstanding performances. The movie was filmed on location in the Louisiana bayou and includeds quite a bit of New Orleans culture which adds to the films believability. I recommend this to anyone who wants a good scare from a fresh and unique horror movie.
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The Skeleton Key- Awicked Shocker!!!Review created: 01/15/06
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1 of 4 people found this review helpful.
This movie starts off a little bit slow, but as soon as Kate Hudson recieves the Skeleton key you are hooked to your seat for the rest of the movie. I couldn't even get out of my seat. The movie just takes you and sucks you in, until the end of the movie, where the magic happens. I'm not going to say anything to ruin it, but I never saw it coming!!! This movie gets 2 thumbs way up!!!
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Great Horror!The only issue I have eith it is the actress. I love her, but Im not sure about this role. Either way, the movie is fantastic and has a great twist;).
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great movieReview created: 08/27/09
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great movie amazing thriller with phenomenal twist! would recommend this movie to anyone who loves a good ghost story
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Skelton KeyReview created: 06/28/09
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This movie is a movie that I had seen part way on t.v but I had never seen the ending of it. I got so curious about the ending i had to purchase it. I was so satified. Excellent ending.
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PERFECT!!!! THANK YOU
) LOVE,LOVE,LOVE. I live in Louisiana and have visited some of the places in the movie. Also have seen some of these traditions. Remindes me of how different Louisiana really is....
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The Skeleton KeyReview created: 04/05/09
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LOVE this movie!! It is a great thriller! As soon as I saw the lead actors I knew it was going to be funny! Don't reccomend this movie if you don't like harsh language.
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SKELETON KEY - DVDReview created: 02/01/09
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This was a Christmas gift for my wife, who liked the movie so much when she saw it that she wanted it in our collection. The movie was set in our home state, so it had some appeal to her. The movie has great suspense and keeps you on the edge of your seat. The plot is very interesting and the movie does not let you down. The acting in the movie is superb. My wife, as well as myself, would highly recommend this movie.
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Really good twist...I caught this movie on Cinemax or HBO about 20 or 30 minutes into it. My family's from Louisiana, so I've been hearing old bayou tales all my life. I would never have watched it, being the scaredy cat that I am, but my sister recommended it. I thought this movie was well done and had one of the most interesting twists I have seen in a while. If you watch it, you won't be disappointed...
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The Skeleton KeyThis is one of my favorite movies. I has a wonderful twist at the end, and once you watch it once you need to go back and watch it again to pick up all the subtle hints. I recommend this movie.
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The Skeleton KeyReview created: 03/25/08
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This is a good movie if you like the suspence of what is going on. Also if you believe in black magic and things of that sort this would be good for you as well. I liked it very much.
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The Skeleton KeyIt's a mystery - with occult undertones. The story takes place in the deep south and is delivered in such a way that it takes you right along the path of discovering "what the heck is going on here?". It's a movie that can be seen more than one time. You'll love it.
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tHE SKELETON KEYKATE HUDSON AT HER BEST! THE MOVIE KEEPS YOU ON THE EDGE OF YOUR SEAT TO THE END, EXCELLENT MOVIE TO WATCH OVER AND OVER, LOVED THIS ONE RIGHT UP THE VERY ENDING, AND WOW WHAT A ENDING!
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The Skeleton Key0 of 2 people found this review helpful.
Very good movie! Nice twist and keeps you wanting to see more. Great addition to your personal collection.
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Must Watch TwiceReview created: 10/01/06
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0 of 3 people found this review helpful.
This movie starts slow but has a very suprise ending. After watching it the first time I had to watch it two or three more times to see all of the things I missed. I'd compair it to the "I see dead people" movie.
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