Cape Fear is a gripping thriller that builds to a terrifying climax. The feeling of palpable fear is introduced from the outset and builds to a gripping ending. A man and his family live in fear of a loser bent on revenge. It seems nothing will stop this personification of evil. He is cold and calculating and determined. There seems to be no way out of tragedy at every turn. Innocence is like blood in the water. There is little hope until the end when the stalker slips up and allows his prey to defend himself and his family. A top-notch thriller.