Actors: Ben Affleck,
Rosamund Pike, Neil Patrick Harris, Tyler Perry, Carrie Coon
Rating: 9 out of 10, Fincher can do so much with a crime
story and he brings a character here that will enter the cinema hall of fame
for villains. The mystery is removed fairly early but that just permits the
exploration of the depth of pure evil in this character. I won’t ruin it for
you by saying more; other than you’ve got to see this movie. It’s the best
thing Affleck’s ever done acting wise and Pike certainly left her Bond girl
status well behind. The story revolves
around Affleck’s missing wife (Pike) and whether he killed her or not. Fincher
offers a withering indictment of America’s penchant of rushing to judgment with
empty headed, big mouthed “legal experts” assaulting the air waves with their
theories. Definitely one of the best movies of the year, there were several
gasp out load moments as well as nearly continuous tension. You’re almost out
of breath by the end – don’t miss this one. Neil Patrick Harris is definitely
going to stick to dudes after this experience.
MVP: Carrie Coon as
Margo, Affleck’s twin sister who nails the role and rthyms of siblinghood
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