Review of In Cold Blood (1967) by William N — 29 Dec 2010
In the last second of that film, I actually out loud exclaimed "Jesus" in my reaction to it.
A little history now. When I was very small I saw the murder part of "Cold Blooded" on TV. A modern edition of the same story. And it scarred me horrifically.
When I was older and understood the whole thing better, and watched Capote, I became more intrigued in the murders, me being all morbid and what not (I secretly blame that movie scene...).
But this was FANTASTIC! The acting was spot on. The cinematography was stupendous! I mean I think I had forgotten what great cinematography looked like in black and white films, this gave me such a refresher. The deep, looming, heavy shadows, the use of the flashlights, even the daytime scenery. So amazing. The last 45 minutes had my complete attention. So compelling and sinister. I could not look away. And the very end had my heart pounding.
To anyone who snubs a film made before 2000, I challenge you to this.
This review of In Cold Blood (1967) was written by William N on 29 Dec 2010.
In Cold Blood has generally received very positive reviews.
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