Murder on the Orient Express - Film Review: Another very Stylish Remake. (may contain spoilers)
Based on the Agatha Christie 'who done it' classic novel, set in 1930's. Staring a magnificent moustache, and co-staring / directed by Kenneth Branagh who plays the genius detective Hercule Poirot.
Set in the limited space of a lavish, luxury train with some really long tracking shots that illustrates the confined atmosphere. At the beginning the passengers slowly assemble at the station, there's a period of character building similar to the film 'Titanic'. The train sets off, we realise that Hercule just wants to take a holiday but there's a murder on the train and he's unable to switch off from being the master detective.
Unfortunately the train is stuck by an avalanche and this gives Hercule the opportunity to piece together the evidence. Everyone's a suspect and it turns out have a connected motive. During Hercule's interviewing we learn that everyone' circumstances are connected as well.
The avalanche is cleared and the train reaches its destination. Hercule is met by a military officer and is rushed away to Egypt, a reference to a very possible next film.
With a truly amazing 'A' list cast, this is an instant, old style classic, shot in 65mm really enhances the cinematography, production and costume design. A treat if you're not familiar with this classic novel and don't know the outcome. Recommended.
8/10.
Set in the limited space of a lavish, luxury train with some really long tracking shots that illustrates the confined atmosphere. At the beginning the passengers slowly assemble at the station, there's a period of character building similar to the film 'Titanic'. The train sets off, we realise that Hercule just wants to take a holiday but there's a murder on the train and he's unable to switch off from being the master detective.
Unfortunately the train is stuck by an avalanche and this gives Hercule the opportunity to piece together the evidence. Everyone's a suspect and it turns out have a connected motive. During Hercule's interviewing we learn that everyone' circumstances are connected as well.
The avalanche is cleared and the train reaches its destination. Hercule is met by a military officer and is rushed away to Egypt, a reference to a very possible next film.
With a truly amazing 'A' list cast, this is an instant, old style classic, shot in 65mm really enhances the cinematography, production and costume design. A treat if you're not familiar with this classic novel and don't know the outcome. Recommended.
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