Rosemarys Baby (1968) - Lisa's Review

This is a movie I was convinced I had seen several times.  In actual fact I sat down last night to review it whilst I was watching it as I just wanted a bit of a reminder.  Believe it or not, I managed to get it confused with 'The Hand That Rocks The Cradle'.  *Facepalm*

So, what did I think?  I'll get that out of the way early on.  I absolutely loved this movie.  I feel that even though aspects of the movie have dated (hair, make-up and fashion), for the most part, I feel it has just as much of an impact today as it did back in 1968.  It doesn't rely on special effects or make-up to instill terror in the audience, but instead specialises in psychological horror as you empathise with the main character.

Rosemary in the story is played by the very beautiful Mia Farrow.  Her delicate innocence and feminine fragility made her perfect for this role.  She is a woman men could easily fall for and women would love as their friend.  As Rosemary she is instantly likable and relatable.  Her husband, Guy is played by John Cassavetes.  I didn't like the character of Guy at all, even from the start.  It makes me wonder if Cassavetes deliberately played the role as someone the viewer would feel suspicious of immediately or if he just doesn't play 'nice' very well.  So, to a premise I suppose...