Never having been much of a fan of the director, but a big believer in stars Johnny Depp, Christian Bale and Marion Cotillard, I was a little unsure exactly what to expect going into this.
The major criticism I have is his use of digital film. I do understand that it's the way of the future. I do understand that Mann wanted the film to be so real that one is transported back to the era and can practically smell the gunpowder. I don't however feel that the digital filming added anything to the film. Quite the opposite in fact. I found the digital hard to watch and quite jarring. It took me out of the moment.
Aside from that I found the film to be excellent. The story and script are compelling, the action spine chilling and the performances all very very fine. I've heard Oscar rumours swirling around Depp and it's fair to say that this is the film in which he once again proves he can indeed act.
There is some romance and the 1930's costumes and scenery for the ladies, and some action and shoot 'em up hair raisers for the gents. Well worth the price of admission.
Now I'm off to buy a fedora!
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4 Stars
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