The direction was good, the set was good, the mood was great. This is one of my favorite King novels and I've read it twice, but it's been a few years since the last time. I don't remember the scene he adapted. I will be re-reading the book now, though. The writing was what bothered me. I agree, too many "mom"s, and nothing to lend to the thought of the characters (something King, himself, never leaves out). Give the guy a shot at directing. Either this or something else because he obviously has talent. Please, though, let someone else write it. Preferably Stephen King, if he's up for it.