Ben Affleck keeps showing us he is an artist of the highest caliber - after a sad descent into schlock and paparazzi-chasing mediocrity 15 years ago. He has demonstrated he is a true equal to his childhood friend, superstar Matt Damon. That is such good news, and a welcome happy ending! Well done, Mr. Affleck.
"The Accountant" avoids clichés, yet treads ancient pathways of human narrative that we all know, and we all resonate with on a deep, natural level. Maker sense? It is a solid story, and a satisfying on. It also feels authentic - nothing seems to be just for effect. It had style, but was not "stylish." The style was organic, naturally wrought from the artistry of the entire movie.
I found myself pleasantly surprised by the turns the story takes. I was cheering for the "good guy" (such as he is). I hasten to add there were no cheap shots, though. And it certainly wasn't any kin d of cartoon, or fantasy "hero" movie. There were no cheapo shots, as far as I could tell.
And, after all that thoughtful stuff - it was one damn entertaining movie. I had a blast - I loved it!
"The Accountant" avoids clichés, yet treads ancient pathways of human narrative that we all know, and we all resonate with on a deep, natural level. Maker sense? It is a solid story, and a satisfying on. It also feels authentic - nothing seems to be just for effect. It had style, but was not "stylish." The style was organic, naturally wrought from the artistry of the entire movie.
I found myself pleasantly surprised by the turns the story takes. I was cheering for the "good guy" (such as he is). I hasten to add there were no cheap shots, though. And it certainly wasn't any kin d of cartoon, or fantasy "hero" movie. There were no cheapo shots, as far as I could tell.
And, after all that thoughtful stuff - it was one damn entertaining movie. I had a blast - I loved it!