Review of Klute (1971) by Bathsheba M — 03 Jul 2012
The most interesting thing about this movie (viewing it in 2012) is the idea people had back then that being free of human entanglements was the only thing worth striving for. So, even being a prostitute whose best friends are either dead or strung out on H, is preferable to giving dinner parties in suburbia--which is how the script frames the issue.
I liked the device of talking to the shrink as a way to get to know Bree (rhymes with free, get it?). I loved the dark moody sets. I thought Klute (Donald Sutherland) was creepier than the bad guys--he was protrayed as a huge voyeur--Jane Fonda was perfect as the messed up freedom rider/control freak who wanted to numb herself.
Everyone I know who saw it when it came out said they loved it...I wonder if they would love it still?
This review of Klute (1971) was written by Bathsheba M on 03 Jul 2012.
Klute has generally received positive reviews.
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