This dry, deadpan comedy plays like a noir fairytale, filmed with tremendous finesse. Jarmusch's unique model of the stylish slow-burner delivers an honesty I haven't seen before. His films have mystique, charisma and a breezy pathos that's more powerful than it seems.
This review of Down by Law (1986) was written by Alexander P on 19 Aug 2015.
Down by Law has generally received very positive reviews.
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