Boz
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Post by Boz on Jan 22, 2007 2:24:53 GMT
Rob Roy (1995/Caton-Jones)Originally Written 6/8/06This film successfully brings together good storytelling, well-defined and interesting characters, great music, settings, and locations, and overall, a wonderful sense of authenticity. It is able to expertly navigate the dangerous waters of telling a heart-warming story without falling into clichéd cheesiness. Liam Neeson seems like he was born to play his role, literally, as he completely looks, sounds, and acts the part to perfection. The film also nicely utilizes and showcases the beautiful Scottish countryside, accented by wonderful lighting, cinematography, and shot choice by Caton-Jones. Tim Roth plays the malicious Archibald Cunningham to devilish perfection in an Oscar-nominated performance. Brian Cox is also excellent as the scheming Killearn. The only real problems here would be the story which kind of dragged at parts, which led to a bit of an over-long running time, but again, these do not seriously hurt the overall impact of the film. The final showdown is especially captivitating. Caton-Jones’ choice to keep it completely free of music and dialogue was true directing genius. Overall, a really spectacular film.
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