Review of Close My Eyes (1991) by Kim S — 13 Sep 2011

A young looking Clive Owen stars in this odd old film about a separated brother and sister who meet up. It is set in 1980's England, amidst political unease and social irresponsibility. It basically is about an incestuous relationship, that is as uneasy to watch as the idea that all of this woeful film is representing mystically.

I would argue that the film is pretentious and pointless, capturing a tiny piece of 80's London in a misguided love story disguise. Rickman also stars, as the rich man the sister marries, serving as the rich arrogant the pair get involved with. Socially it provides a minuscule insight into London living (and classes) and may appeal to Brit film fans but for me this outdated irreverent piece is just a back catalogue for the actors in it. Ludicrous and an excuse for nudity (losing the controversy of incest), the star of the show is arguably Owen's arse.