Review of Orphan (2009) by Filipeneto — 07 Jul 2018

This thriller tells the story of a couple who, unable to have more children, decides to adopt a child and gives preference to a seemingly intelligent and docile Russian girl, but she quickly turns out to be much more dangerous than she looks.

I loved the story, the central idea of ​​the plot and the way the film develops it in an increasingly clear mood of tension and discomfort. The film does not scare, it prefers to leave us groundless, uncomfortable and worried, easily creating a link between the audience and the main female character, Kate (Vera Farmiga).

The final twist plot also pleased me a lot, being something really unexpected and intense. Unfortunately, the film gets lost after that, with an unrealistic and predictable ending. Farmiga is undoubtedly the most notorious actress, with a very psychological and strong interpretation; Isabelle Fuhrman also shone as Esther, alternating between intoxicating sweetness and absolute insensitivity.

Peter Sarsgaard is less interesting but shows talent, as was seen in his later films.