Review of The Cook, the Thief, His Wife & Her Lover (1989) by Brad W — 15 Jan 2009
Greenaway's idiosyncratic directorial style is in full bloom here in his most notorious film. A visual and technical blend of theatrical and filmic sensibilities while retaining touches of painterly values in choosing the color coordination of set pieces.
A somewhat simple tale of infidelity with a gangster's wife turns into a high art horror show. You have to go back to 70's Ken Russell to find something so outrageous taken seriously.
This review of The Cook, the Thief, His Wife & Her Lover (1989) was written by Brad W on 15 Jan 2009.
The Cook, the Thief, His Wife & Her Lover has generally received very positive reviews.
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