Kenneth Branagh was all wrong for this adaptation. Branagh brings so much micromanagement there is no element of surprise whatsoever.
Fortnuately, Michael Caine and Jude Law are interesting to watch. They attack the challenge of a two man film with gusto. But since Branagh offers no surprises and such a sterile environment, it starts to feel like a bad play. Don't expect a lot of movement or innovation. It plays like afternoon, English tea time.
Think of what David Fincher could have done with this modern day update of the 1972 classic. There would be that sense of uneasiness this piece requires. A complete bore.
Fortnuately, Michael Caine and Jude Law are interesting to watch. They attack the challenge of a two man film with gusto. But since Branagh offers no surprises and such a sterile environment, it starts to feel like a bad play. Don't expect a lot of movement or innovation. It plays like afternoon, English tea time.
Think of what David Fincher could have done with this modern day update of the 1972 classic. There would be that sense of uneasiness this piece requires. A complete bore.
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