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The Woman in Black
The Woman in Black
2012 ·95 min ·Canada, United Kingdom ·PG-13 16+
6.4
IMDb 6.4 КП 6.5 RT 66% MC 62
Drama, Horror, Thriller
Director: James Watkins
📖 Based on the novel «The Woman in Black» bySusan Hill
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The story follows a young lawyer, Arthur Kipps, who is ordered to travel to a remote village and sort out a recently deceased client’s papers. As he works alone in the client’s isolated house, Kipps begins to uncover tragic secrets, his unease growing when he glimpses a mysterious woman dressed only in black. Receiving only silence from the locals, Kipps is forced to uncover the true identity of the Woman in Black on his own, leading to a desperate race against time when he discovers her true identity.

Budget: $32M
US Gross: $54.33M
Worldwide: $129M
Daniel Radcliffe
Actor
Janet McTeer
Actor
Ciarán Hinds
Actor
🎬 Saturn Awards 2013 — Best Horror/Thriller Film

The Woman in Black is widely regarded as an atmospheric and visually polished gothic period piece that effectively utilizes its English setting to build tension. While audiences generally appreciate the production quality and Daniel Radcliffe’s attempt to shed his Harry Potter persona, the film is frequently criticized for relying on formulaic horror tropes and a predictable narrative.

Production The period-accurate production design and cinematography create an immersive, authentic gothic atmosphere.
Acting Daniel Radcliffe successfully distances himself from his Harry Potter image, though some viewers find his youthful appearance and acting range unconvincing for the mature role.
Screenplay The plot follows a formulaic haunted-house structure that some find engagingly classic, while others view it as predictable and unremarkable.
Ending The ending generates significant debate, with some audiences finding it emotionally resonant and powerful, while others label it predictable or unsatisfying.
Originality The film is consistently described as relying on familiar jump-scares and clichés, leading to a split between those who enjoy the mood-driven experience and those who find it lacking in genuine, innovative horror.
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