This really was a thrilling film. It was very well acted indeed and this contributed to the overall tone of foreboding and fear. The film was effective in generating a story and setting up an excellent finale. There wasn't much violence or killing but that is not the point of this film. It was meant to be a scary film for anyone with children or for anyone who can empathise with the situation of letting someone into your life so personally and that they have far more control over you than you would like to think. The problem with some parts was that the happy family felt unrealistic and forced but the writing and acting were incredible so that was soon forgotten in the heat of the moment.
Review of The Hand That Rocks the Cradle
