Shutter Island seems to have all the right elements for an effective thriller;The right cast,music and direction style,etc… The film is visually stunning but it is all an exercise in the obvious and pretentious vein. The predictable plot is revealed too soon for the conscientious viewer and the only sport is watching obvious attempts to confuse our resolve. The “surprise” ending is more disturbing than surprising and it leaves a bad taste in one’s mouth.. (literally). The most disturbing aspect of this film is the wasted talents of the best of Hollywood talents. Back to the drawing board Scorsese and DiCaprio; Shutter Island is your weakest moment.