Review of Manderlay (2005) by Rafaele L — 24 May 2008
A "sequel" to Dogville, which vanished from the movie-map quite suddenly after it's release and remains to be relatively little seen today. Manderlay doesn't have the same show-off art direction as in Dogville, nor does it have it's vigour or sense of grandeur in sense that it's makers were trying to do something completely new.
Instead, it's much more intimate and quiet, almost timid film. Set in the 30's and dealing with the issues of slavery, Manderlay surely isn't everyone's cup of tea but surely anyone who has or will stumble on it, knows that.
Bryce Dallas Howard gives a truly daring (Obviously cause she's naked and American) but also technically perfect perfomance as Grace, surpassing Nicole Kidman's portrayal of the same character in previous film.
Bit parts from many familiar names, and devastatingly efficent narration by John Hurt. Disturbing, odd, intelligent and in many ways, prophetic film by Lars von Trier.
This review of Manderlay (2005) was written by Rafaele L on 24 May 2008.
Manderlay has generally received positive reviews.
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