(Reviewed by Matt C.)

If you’re looking for likable characters that you can relate to, this is definitely not the movie for you. Every major character and most of the non-major characters are unlikable at best, and downright creepy and evil at worst. That being said, The Gift is a movie that excels at creating a web of tension and suspense between its cast of flawed characters. Although predictable in parts, this movie kept me guessing right up until the end. There’s no sudden twists or surprises here, instead The Gift opts for a more unnerving approach. The viewer is allowed to slowly put together the pieces of the puzzle, seeing the picture more and more clearly as each additional piece is added.

It’s not a perfect film by far, but definitely one that deserves a bit more recognition than it has received. If you’re a fan of genuinely creepy psychological suspense, this is a hidden gem you won’t want to miss.