Review of 12 (2009) by Caroleg. — 29 Mar 2009
This is an outstanding film! It not only updates "Twelve Angry Men" but immerses us in the Russian struggle with Chechnya. Every member of the cast is superb--what an ensemble! Except for the slow and slightly annoying beginning, when the jury doesn't seem to take its responsibility at all seriously (unlike my experiences as an American jury member), the film is totally gripping.
One is reminded of the Russian talent for Drama, here used wonderfully to the max. It makes me sad that more people are not eager to see this film, which manages to fully evoke the humanity of its least likable characters.
Knowing the ending of the original does nothing to reduce the immense pleasure of how these 12 jury members come to their conclusion.
This review of 12 (2009) was written by Caroleg. on 29 Mar 2009.
12 has generally received positive reviews.
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