Review of Dangerous Liaisons (1988) by Dawdlingpoet — 21 Nov 2021

I thought Glenn Close and John Malkovich both gave very good performances in this film - they have decent on screen chemistry and I can't deny Malkovich does the 'death stare' particularly effectively.

Also present is a young Peter Capaldi and an even younger Keanu Reeves, who swordfights in one scene. The period costumes and settings are good and the dialogue is quite good (somewhat thought provoking) at times.

I suppose its about a power play, asserting authority over others. Yes I'd recommend this film, for the performances alone. If I were to describe it (plot wise) in a few words, it'd be 'subtle scheming plans play out'.