Review of Dirty Pretty Things (2002) by Timothy M — 28 Jan 2011

A corker of an inciting incident (finding a heart blocking a toilet - what fun), and a strong story foundation, but the actual screenwriting here leaves a lot to be desired. The characters have no dimension, although they are well acted, with the exception of an inadequate and miscast Audrey Tautou, and the ethical dilemma faced by the main character is never fully or satisfactorily explored, with the film instead focusing on just how imperative it is for the characters to get to New York (obviously a much safer city than London.

Obviously). A disappointment.