Review of Calvary (2014) by Simon T — 10 Jul 2015
It's being marketed as a black comedy. Although there are certainly comic moments, it's really a poetic investigation of conscience and the difficulties of being good. Gorgeously photographed, and with a fine elliptical screenplay by writer-director McDonagh, the film is taken to the next level by Brendan Gleeson's wonderful central performance.
Good work too from Dylan Moran, Chris O'Dowd and Pat Shortt. Only a couple of misjudged characterizations prevent it from being a masterpiece.
This review of Calvary (2014) was written by Simon T on 10 Jul 2015.
Calvary has generally received very positive reviews.
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