Review of Drive (2011) by Marcdoyle — 16 Sep 2011
Although Gosling has been stronger, more dynamic in other films (Blue Valentine, Lars, Half Nelson), he brings such intensity and subtle emotion to what amounts to a relatively shallow character. Without dwelling on the details of the film to any great extent, I don't think that I haven't seen a film since maybe Hurt Locker that has made my heart feel like it was going to beat out of my chest like this one did.
I'm not a fan of Carey Mulligan at all - couldn't stand her in An Education - but she's terrific in an understated role. You never plummet the depths of the driver's soul, but that is unnecessary - I can't imagine anyone else doing what he did here.
Jason Statham? Nope. Burt Reynolds? Nah. There's something about the timber of Gosling's voice that just works in a role like this one.
This review of Drive (2011) was written by Marcdoyle on 16 Sep 2011.
Drive has generally received very positive reviews.
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