The Tall Man-2012

Director Pascal Laugier

Starring Jessica Biel

Scott’s Review #457

Reviewed July 30, 2016

Grade: B-

The Tall Man (2012) is a cross between a horror/thriller/message movie that stars Jessica Biel as a nurse named Julia Denning, who lives in rural Washington. The town children begin disappearing and are abducted by a mysterious creature named “The Tall Man”.

Is he a legend or a reality? When Julia’s son is the next victim, she sets out to solve the mystery.

The aging mining town of Cold Rock is the setting for the events of the film and it is perfect, containing all the necessary elements: the remote, secluded location, and the various creepy townspeople.

Additionally, The Tall Man has an interesting premise, and the ending is somewhat of a surprise, though rushed, so it’s an interesting experience.

The plot is so far-fetched and convoluted at times that it is tough to follow and take seriously.

I am not a fan of Jessica Biel’s and I find her acting to be subpar, but she is adequate in her starring turn and gives a compelling performance as a haggard mom.

Given the actress’s good looks, I didn’t buy her as a blue-collar, small-town type.

Throughout the film, I found something missing, but could not put my finger on it.

A decent thriller, but nothing more.