Just Between Us
Just Between Us

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Just Between Us

2007
Movie
Adult · 18+
107 min
English

Insights

IMDb5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes35%
Metacritic51/100
Google Users65%
Director: M. Night ShyamalanGenres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young boy with the ability to speak with the dead befriends a troubled child psychologist. As their relationship deepens, the psychologist grapples with his own past traumas and a mysterious event that haunts him. The boy's unique gift becomes crucial in uncovering buried secrets and confronting a shared darkness.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with many finding the plot convoluted and the performances uneven. Audiences were similarly divided, with some appreciating the psychological elements while others found the narrative unsatisfying. It is often considered one of Shyamalan's less successful ventures.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its attempt at a dark, psychological atmosphere.

  • Criticized for a confusing and often nonsensical plot.

  • Performances were a mixed bag, with some highlighting the lead actors while others found them lacking.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a divided opinion, with some appreciating the suspenseful elements and the performances of the main cast. However, a significant portion of viewers found the story difficult to follow and the resolution disappointing, leading to frustration with the overall narrative.

Fun Fact

The film's original title was 'The Sixth Sense 2', but this was changed due to studio disputes and a desire for a fresh story, despite many thematic and cast similarities to 'The Sixth Sense'.

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