Based on the movie trailer there are a few things that immediately come to mind. The guitars and violins bring up thoughts of El Mariachi. The pace seems similar to that film and Ocean’s Eleven (the Clooney - Pitt remake). The diversity of characters and the subdued hint that there is more going on than at first revealed brings up thoughts of The Usual Suspects. So the combination of these elements bodes well for the film.
Adding to that is the inclusion of Bill Murray, John Hurt, and Isaach De Bankole. Each has a huge line of success behind them, and is a bonus for audiences. In fact the casting seems to be excellent.
Given the bright expansive landscape of Spain, and the many well lit rooms, the movie looks to be gritty. But this does not appear to be an action based film. That may cost it part of its potential audience in the U.S. but will be fine in Europe and the rest of the world.
Still there is never a problem with a well-done intellectual thriller. Having to think or pay attention is always a bonus in the movie experience to me. Because if you wanted to just be a lump for a few hours, you can always stay home and watch American Idol.
“Sometimes the reflection is far more present than the thing being reflected.”
With lines like that, the expectations are raised. But Jarmusch is know to hit the mark. Likely to be in only selected movie theaters, I’d keep an eye out for this.
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