Review of A Dangerous Method (2011) by Chris H — 09 Jun 2013
I can see why this would work so well as a play, which it's based on but that static quality most certainly ensures that the film loses some of the potential power. The story it self is quite simple really but it's not enhanced through the use of visual aids in the form of those dreams and experiences that the characters tell each other.
If we were to see some of those, that would have added to the film value. The standout for me here is Keira Knightley, who after a jumpy start settles nicely into the role of Sabina and provides much of the film dramatic push.
Jung and Freud are well pretty tame, and given that most of their activity goes on in their mind, a more visually heavy film would have been much better. The dialogue is a little dense at times, and a little preachy at other times, which breaks the immersion for me.
All in all, it's an interesting film, and for fans of Knightley it's a good watch. Recommended, but don't read to much into it (certainly not like Freud does).
This review of A Dangerous Method (2011) was written by Chris H on 09 Jun 2013.
A Dangerous Method has generally received positive reviews.
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