The Mist
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM) | Release Date: November 21, 2007
7.0
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8
EdG.Nov 29, 2007
What started as a slow film that had me wondering what I got myself into, soon became a pleasure to watch with one of the best endings to a movie I have ever seen.
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MikeSDec 14, 2007
Having read the story a few years ago, I was very interested in watching this movie, even with the mixed reviews it got. I thought it was very well done, and the creatures were terrifying, each more gruesome than the last! The tentacles were Having read the story a few years ago, I was very interested in watching this movie, even with the mixed reviews it got. I thought it was very well done, and the creatures were terrifying, each more gruesome than the last! The tentacles were a bit unconvincing, but other than that, excellent special effects. Tension mounting as the people got more and more frazzled by the experience, until the protagonists were forced to leave for fear of what the others in the store would do to them, and barely escape with their lives. The main character makes a snap decision during the escape that leads to having to make a difficult decision later. The ending was an emotional kick in the gut (different from the short story) , very unexpected!… Expand
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homandavoodiJul 2, 2011
the mist is a strange experience and annoying in a good way, of course. monsters that attack to people are innocent in comparison with monster people inside. music that heard in the last scenes don't let the eyes to be dry.
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8
TheQuietGamerJan 11, 2018
A great adaptation of a great story. Frank Darabont's third Stephen King movie follows the events of the novella well, with only a few deviations here and there. Honestly, the biggest change is the new ending and it's even better than whatA great adaptation of a great story. Frank Darabont's third Stephen King movie follows the events of the novella well, with only a few deviations here and there. Honestly, the biggest change is the new ending and it's even better than what King had envisioned in the source material.

It's got your standard end of the world style plot elements, such as dissension in the group and factions forming. It's as much about the monsters in the mist itself as it is about the monster inside all of us. The one that creeps out when we're afraid and lost. It takes over our rational mind and makes us dangerous to ourselves and others. When things break down the natural human response is to cling to whatever promises comfort and hope. It's the inner workings of the human psyche that bring the real horror here.

That's not to say the monster stuff isn't just as entertaining though. Their appearances are wonderfully imaginative and grotesque. Darabont isn't afraid to let things get gory. This side of things is only lessened by some rather cheap looking visuals. Something that plagues the entire film. It's something that's easily overcome though thanks to the strong writing and excellent performances by the cast. It's a creature-feature that has more to offer than blood. Watching the deterioration of the other survivors mental states adds some depth to the experience. While previous outings involving Darabont's takes on Stephen King's stories have focused on more human drama, his first attempt at a more traditional King horror story shows that he still knows how to handle the writer's material.… Expand
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10
LegendaryBladeMay 18, 2017
It will never cease to amaze me that this movie is so poorly reviewed when it is arguably one of the most suspenseful horror / tragedy movies you will ever seen. The entire film is a master piece of suspense with wonderfully fleshed outIt will never cease to amaze me that this movie is so poorly reviewed when it is arguably one of the most suspenseful horror / tragedy movies you will ever seen. The entire film is a master piece of suspense with wonderfully fleshed out characterizations that leave you caring what happens next. The film isn't scary, it's tense. You aren't watching it for the spooks or the monsters, you're watching it because you relate to the characters and want them to make it out.

Perhaps the films greatest strength is how easily you can relate to the lead character, he's every thought you have in watching a horror movie. The smart guy making all the right decisions, only to prove that sometimes thats not enough, or that maybe your very first decision was the misstep. Perhaps i'm giving too much away, but the ending is both sour yet beautifully written. He makes all the moves you, as the viewer, would think you should do and when one of them bites him back you are met with the realization that perhaps you too would fail in these places.

I have only incredibly minor complaints about the film. I think the religious antagonistic character gets too much of a following, more than I would believe would happen in real life, which sort of lowers how believable the start of the final act is and I think every act of suicide in the film (in which there is more than one) felt more rushed than people would make that decision in real life. However these complaints never once truly tore me out of the film, or convinced me to lower my score.… Expand
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7
kyle20ellisMar 17, 2022
Stephen King's work has been growing on me, I wasn't crazy about it before but after seeing and reading more of his books and the film/TV series adapted from them I do respect his style, he has a unique and I think unparallelled way ofStephen King's work has been growing on me, I wasn't crazy about it before but after seeing and reading more of his books and the film/TV series adapted from them I do respect his style, he has a unique and I think unparallelled way of describing fear, and find his ideas intriguing. In all honesty, The Mist is not one of the best film adaptations. The book was very good, if not great, but the film was just decent. It looks great with great photography and effects, the story is intriguing and starts off very well, the acting especially from Marcia Gay Holden is good as is the direction, there is a strong atmosphere and the soundtrack and sound further adds to it. I was almost though willing to forgive the sometimes pedestrian pacing and clunky dialogue, until the ending let the film down completely. The ending is a slap in the face not only for fans of the book or King but also for those like me saw a film with so much promise, and its tone feels like a completely different movie. In conclusion, was pretty good, if only it weren't for that ending. 7/10 Bethany Cox… Expand
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10
Zwackelmann173May 12, 2019
This movie was absolutely amazing! I could really empathise with the characters and their actions. The ending was shocking but very good. The CGI is not that good but common the movie is from 2007. It is a must see in my opinion!
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DeanomiteDec 3, 2019
Best seige horror movie around, if you are in the market for a terrifying monster movie. What really makes it great is that, as scary as the monsters are, the religious nut and her brainwashed followers are worse. If like me you areBest seige horror movie around, if you are in the market for a terrifying monster movie. What really makes it great is that, as scary as the monsters are, the religious nut and her brainwashed followers are worse. If like me you are learning about HP Lovecraft, this movie has many of his keystones: a lack of Christian morality, alternate dimensions, awesome monsters, and a pyrrhic victory (same as Evil Dead).… Expand
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8
Dragonfly44Jan 21, 2019
Harrowing and shocking, this moving is extremely engaging. Well acted and scary on a more emotional level, this movie is simply amazing. It could of done with a happier scene every now and then but in short this movie is spectacular Rating - 83%
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thats_arapFeb 10, 2018
A very good adaptation of a Stephen King Novella. Darabont stays true to the story King penned, with the exception of the ending which even King lauded, saying he'd wished he thought of it.
This was a lower budget thriller with horrorA very good adaptation of a Stephen King Novella. Darabont stays true to the story King penned, with the exception of the ending which even King lauded, saying he'd wished he thought of it.
This was a lower budget thriller with horror elements. So the special effects are good, but not superb. Still, Darabont's direction helped to keep suspense high, and the few locations kept the story centered as it was in the novella.
The acting is good, though not stellar. Includes several actors who would enjoy success in the series "The Walking Dead", including Laurie Holden, Jeffrey DeMunn, and Melissa McBride.
As the bulk of the story revolves around a group trapped in the local supermarket, it is character driven and contains social commentary. The inter-relationship between characters within the supermarket follows the story King crafted and does it well. The hardest part for me personally was Sam Witwer's hand sculpted eyebrows. They were a distraction!
As for the other reviews here - if you read any that scored less than 5, the reviewer either allows their ignorance of the source material, their lack of knowledge with these types of films, or their inherent bias to overly color their review. While not the best horror or suspense movie, it certainly has its merits and deserves at least a 5 for even the staunchest critic. I had to eyeroll the number of reviewers who criticized the social commentary within the story. Clearly they know nothing of the source material, or what you do with characters caught in a single location during a disaster. It would be wise to ignore them.
I rated it eight out of ten because of the story execution and suspense maintained throughout. The ending, which has been described as one of the most disturbing in movie history, was the icing on the cake.… Expand
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8
FilipeNetoMar 4, 2018
In this film, the life of a small village in the North of the United States is shaken by a mysterious white fog, seemingly unnatural. Quickly, the people realize that something terribly deadly lurks in the fog. Directed and written by FrankIn this film, the life of a small village in the North of the United States is shaken by a mysterious white fog, seemingly unnatural. Quickly, the people realize that something terribly deadly lurks in the fog. Directed and written by Frank Darabont, based on a Stephen King's novel, is the remake of "The Fog", 1980. The cast is headed by Thomas Jane and Marcia Gay Harden.

This film is excellent for those who like a horror movie where the greatest danger are people themselves. In fact, despite the horror hidden in the fog is the main antagonist and the greatest element of fear, the way people loses their reason throughout the film is something that we see in horror very often. Sometimes, especially in desperate situations, other people may be more dangerous than the things that cause us fear. The script cleverly explores that connection between fear of the fog (and what it hides) and the alienating effect it causes in people. The film contains several scenes of action and suspense, and scenes that aren't recommended to sensitive public. The end of the film is absolutely baffling and disturbing, one of the most unexpected end I've seen on terror. The cast were up to the challenge. Thomas Jane dominates the film with a very complex and human character, with whom the audience easily create a link. The opposite happens with the character of Marcia Gay Harden, an evangelical fanatic that soon reveals herself absolutely detestable. The tension is guaranteed by photography, which often purposely shakes, and a subtle but annoying soundtrack. The special, visual and sound effects are spectacular.… Expand
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FalaaxApr 14, 2018
Really great movie. There really is a a thrilling and mysterious atmosphere throughout the whole film even if it's a bit long. The fact that these characters get stucked together for so long really shows the downsides of human nature likeReally great movie. There really is a a thrilling and mysterious atmosphere throughout the whole film even if it's a bit long. The fact that these characters get stucked together for so long really shows the downsides of human nature like feeling the need to point someone out and find a rational explanation to anything. I totally recommend it.… Expand
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7
Cthulhu_FhtagnJun 19, 2018
DON'T trust the critics, the movie is a great one for all those who are a fan of the genre.
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7
jonslowJan 5, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. "75%
Unsatisfying ending but acceptable. Why they just fight til they die?"… Expand
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9
zNeverSleepingOct 21, 2019
Muito mais que um filme de terror!

Simplesmente fiquei impressionado com o que esse filme aborda. Logo no inicio, já temos alguns indícios do que aquilo chegaria a se tornar - quanto a racionalidade arrogante e o fanatismo religioso-, atéMuito mais que um filme de terror!

Simplesmente fiquei impressionado com o que esse filme aborda. Logo no inicio, já temos alguns indícios do que aquilo chegaria a se tornar - quanto a racionalidade arrogante e o fanatismo religioso-, até mesmo pelas falas de um dos personagens sobre a natureza humana, e foi exatamente o que aconteceu. Sem querer dar muitos spoilers, vejam por conta própria.

Em aspectos técnicos, fiquei bem satisfeito. Apesar de ser um filme de terror, o filme se passa - na maior parte do tempo - pelo dia. As cores são bem cinzas, exaltando muitos as cenas violetas pelo fator do vermelho do sangue. A câmera se movimenta bem, mostrando um certo domínio da direção, a trilha sonora é magnifica e as atuações são muito boas em determinadas ocasiões. E por fim, um impressionante enredo por Stephen King, com um dos finais mais brutais e agoniantes que tive o desprazer de ver - e isso é incrivelmente bom.… Expand
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8
seabassreviewsDec 22, 2021
this film gets better and better after every viewing. no matter how many times I see it, that ending gets me every time.
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10
WillshaDec 15, 2022
Awesome, i absolutely love the idea of the story, there should have been more seasons and movies on this topic
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10
CriticalwShltJan 26, 2020
This identically resembles the humanity. And Its just so sad that everyone is so offended or defensive as to how it portrays the truth. Humans are nothing a word I can explain
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kirmizihatiraMay 23, 2020
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Başından sonuna kadar sıkmayan bir anlatımla The Misk başarılı bir gerilim filmi tadını sunuyor. Talihsiz aile babası, çocuğuyla marketteyken insanları yok eden bir sis bulutuna yakalanıyor. Tabii yalnız sis olsa!
Gerilimi ve heyecanı güzel yansıtmış olduğu için ve benimde beklentim akıcı bir gerilim filmi olduğu için bunun karşılığını aldım. Sonu biraz daha iyi olabilirmiş. The walking dead oyuncularından bazılarını yine bir arada görmekte ayrı keyifliydi. İçinde bir kaç güzel mesajlar barındırıyor. En önemlisi ise: Hayatımızın olağan gidişatında ne kadar uygar bireyler de olsak, insan hep ilkelliğe yatkın olmuştur, öyle de olacaktır. Felaket anlarında işte bu ilkellik, gizli tutulduğu derinliklerden çıkarak vücut bulur. Bir kaçış yolu, bir dayanak aramak pahasına olmadık şeylere inanır. Bu filmde ise bu görevi kendini mesih ilan eden kadın yerine getiriyor. İnsanların bu zamanlarda ne hale gelebileceğini gözler önüne seriyor.… Expand
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Phteve11Jun 28, 2022
The ending is so amazing that it alone Warrents a 10/10. The TV show sucks though lol
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anfeherle89Jan 11, 2023
amazing movie, the beginning is a little slowly and a little boring, but since the minute 20 became a very amazing movie, show in a realistic way what happens in a very bad situation, and the final is totally impredicible and shocking
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NightHellSep 7, 2021
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The movie was too long
But it had a shocking ending and unlike all the movies, it did not have a good ending… Expand
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stesnyashkaMar 24, 2022
So unexpected final. Overall, the film is good and there is a lot to think about.
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MovieThirstDec 15, 2022
Awesome, i absolutely love the idea of the story, there should have been more seasons and movies on this topic
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MadiShaDec 15, 2022
Awesome, i absolutely love the idea of the story, there should have been more seasons and movies on this topic
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tonykurebusuAug 19, 2023
They could have been quiet, but no. People are too curious, panicky, and quickly lose hope. The film is not about the fact that monsters are scary, but about the fact that we ourselves make stupid decisions.
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