Review of Papillon (1973) by Hugo F — 02 Oct 2008
McQueen seems to embody desperation and through that, will to survive. His character is motivated by one thing-escape from a hellish and maddening emprisonment where the only interaction is generated by violence and despair.
As a counterpoint to this, Papillon is soon followed by Dustin Hoffman's character who is utterly helpless and whom depends on Papillon to survive. The adds humanity to McQueen's character giving us reason to feel sorrow for them both.
Its not a dialogue film, many times the story is simply visual. The visuals led on by the action are unique and difficult to watch if you catch the film say, in the middle of the afternoon on a saturday.
This review of Papillon (1973) was written by Hugo F on 02 Oct 2008.
Papillon has generally received very positive reviews.
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