Review of Don't Look Now (1936) by Paul J — 20 Feb 2009
Don't Look Now is heavily elevated by two strong leads and the story is book-ended with extremely effective sequences at the beginning and conclusion. It's a psychological horror film with a tender marriage at is heart.
At times it's either brilliant or ambiguous, yet always, undeniably technically accomplished. The disturbing ending is unforgettable. The love scene ranks as one of the all-time most beautifully filmed sex scenes.
(Soderbergh borrowed for Out of Sight.) In the end, why I admire this relatively simple film, is that few horror films are treated with such artistic layers and complexity. Roeg did equal wonders for sci-fi in The Man Who Fell to Earth.
This review of Don't Look Now (1936) was written by Paul J on 20 Feb 2009.
Don't Look Now has generally received positive reviews.
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