Review of Jindabyne (2006) by Angelina C — 05 May 2010
Nothing gets in the way of men's fishing trip, not even a dead body in a river. The men opted to delay reporting their find until their boys'out weekend is over, they head home to a community outraged by their callousness.
Their foolish act of negligence creates unexpected ripples through the small community of Jindabyne. It is a serious and hauntingly sombre film. I like that it is quietly riveting and I am enticed by the mood and the stunning Aussie outback vistas.
This movie tackles that damaging race divide in Australia, the race divisions there are often as stark and intimidating as their landscapes. True committed work from Linney and Byrne exert an emotional pull here too.
My only gripe is director Ray Lawrence, the guy who did the excellent Lantana, this movie often leaves the glass half-empty. As the movie draws you in further you get the feeling of neither here nor there, something isn't quite there to bring everything together.
Perhaps, that is the point, that some mysteries are never meant to be solved.
This review of Jindabyne (2006) was written by Angelina C on 05 May 2010.
Jindabyne has generally received mixed reviews.
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