Review of No Country for Old Men (2007) by Blueenigma-Blackgirl — 10 Feb 2008
When I watch a film, I expect to experience a series of emotional pulls throughout the movie, either from the characters, the setting, the storyline, or a combination of elements. While watching this movie, I felt distinctly flat, and became increasing disenchanted as the story went on.
The characters were underdeveloped, and I never cared what happened to any of them. The sparseness of the set and the lack of a true score are both unique ideas, and in the right hands can be great stock for a masterful film; however, technique alone cannot carry a film, particularly if paired with ill-designed substance.
For example, the movie is ridden with peculiar scenes that defy common sense and left me more distracted than engrossed. If we look at the scene where Llewelyn passed the suitcase of money through the duct to a different room, the question of purpose comes to mind.
Recall, he did this prior to discovering the money was fitted with a tracking device.
This review of No Country for Old Men (2007) was written by Blueenigma-Blackgirl on 10 Feb 2008.
No Country for Old Men has generally received very positive reviews.
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