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The Eye (2008)
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Violinist Sydney Wells was accidentally blinded by her sister Helen when she was five years old. She submits to a cornea transplantation, and while recovering from the operation, she realizes that she is seeing dead people.
Cast
Jessica Albaas Sydney Wells
Alessandro Nivolaas Dr. Paul Faulkner
Parker Poseyas Helen Wells
Rade Šerbedžijaas Simon McCullough
Mia Stallardas Little Girl
Obba Babatundéas Dr. Haskins
Danny Moraas Miguel
Rachel Ticotinas Rosa Martinez
Chloë Grace Moretzas Alicia Millstone
Tamlyn Tomitaas Mrs. Cheung
Karen Elizabeth Austinas Mrs. Hillman
Fernanda Romeroas Ana Christina Martinez
Heather Doerksenas Sickly Woman
Zak Santiagoas Emilio
Facts
| Release date | February 1, 2008 |
| Runtime | 98 min (1h 38m) — about the same as the 2008 average of 104 min |
| Genres | Thriller, Drama, Horror |
| Language | EN |
| Budget | $12,000,000 |
| Box office | $58,010,320 (4.8× budget) |
| IMDb | tt0406759 |
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Questions
How long is The Eye?
The Eye runs 98 minutes (1h 38m).
Is The Eye worth watching?
TMDB users give it 5.9/10 across 1,193 votes, which places it #181 of 219 films released in 2008 in this index (top 18%) and #2017 among 2475 thriller titles.
Who directed The Eye?
The Eye was directed by Xavier Palud, David Moreau. Other well-rated titles by the same director: It Boy (2013), Them (2006), Alone (2017).
Who stars in The Eye?
Jessica Alba as Sydney Wells; Alessandro Nivola as Dr. Paul Faulkner; Parker Posey as Helen Wells; Rade Šerbedžija as Simon McCullough; Mia Stallard as Little Girl; Obba Babatundé as Dr. Haskins.
What is The Eye rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Eye?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/14333.