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The Eye (2008) -- The remake of the Hong Kong film "Jian Gui", a woman who receives an eye transplant that allows her to see into the supernatural world.

Overview

User Rating:
5.3/10   15,109 votes
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Writers (WGA):
Sebastian Gutierrez (screenplay)
Jo Jo Yuet-chun Hui (2002 screenplay "Jian gui") ...
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Release Date:
1 February 2008 (USA) more
Genre:
Drama | Horror | Thriller more
Tagline:
How can you believe your eyes when they're not yours? more
Plot:
The remake of the Hong Kong film "Jian Gui", a woman who receives an eye transplant that allows her to see into the supernatural world. full summary | add synopsis
Awards:
2 wins & 2 nominations more
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(77 articles)
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User Comments:
A totally unnecessary remake more (135 total)

Cast

  (Cast overview, first billed only)

Jessica Alba ... Sydney Wells

Alessandro Nivola ... Dr. Paul Faulkner

Parker Posey ... Helen Wells

Rade Serbedzija ... Simon McCullough

Fernanda Romero ... Ana Christina Martinez

Rachel Ticotin ... Rosa Martinez

Obba Babatundé ... Dr. Haskins
Danny Mora ... Miguel

Chloe Moretz ... Alicia (as Chloë Grace Moretz)
Brett A. Haworth ... Shadowman
Kevin K. ... Tomi Cheung
Tamlyn Tomita ... Mrs. Cheung

Esodie Geiger ... Nurse
Karen Austin ... Mrs. Hillman
Ryan J. Pezdirc ... Nurse Room Attendant
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Additional Details

MPAA:
Rated PG-13 for violence/terror and disturbing content.
Runtime:
98 min | Turkey:92 min (DVD version)
Country:
USA
Language:
English | Spanish
Color:
Color
Aspect Ratio:
2.35 : 1 more
Sound Mix:
Dolby Digital
Company:
Lionsgate more

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Trivia:
At one point Renée Zellweger was cast as the lead. more
Goofs:
Plot holes: After someone dies, Sydney sees them being taken away within minutes of there actual death by there escorts, but it implies the boy she continues to see in the hallways of her apartment building has been dead for quite some time, but he hasn't been taken away. more
Quotes:
Alicia Millstone: I know you're scared. Don't be. 'Cause the world really is beautiful. more
Movie Connections:
Featured in "Getaway: (#17.6)" (2008) more
Soundtrack:
Purple Bamboo more

FAQ

Did I miss something? Why did a cornea transplant all the sudden allow her to HEAR the ghosts?
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40 out of 76 people found the following comment useful.
A totally unnecessary remake, 1 March 2008
4/10
Author: collipal-1 from Argentina

The Eye (2002) is an excellent horror film.That movie had a great atmosphere,an excellent performance from the main actress,some creepy moments which produced me some jumps and a disturbing but perfect ending.And the remake of The Eye lacks of all that important elements.If I have to summarize this movie in a few words,I would say:another crappy remake.This remakes MUST be stopped.This film does not have a good atmosphere,Jessica Alba does not show any of credibility on her role and the ''scary'' moments produced on me unintentional laughs.But,the worst element from this movie is that they changed the brilliant ending from the original film for a pathetic one.Alessandro Nivola is the only one of the cast who shows some enthusiasm and he added some points to this poor movie.Maybe,the people who did not see the original movie will appreciate the film more.But,for me,The Eye (2008) is a crappy movie with cheap thrills.Like I said before,these remakes MUST be stopped.

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