Review of The Dancer Upstairs (2002) by Kartik B — 20 Dec 2007
Javier Bardem and Laura Morante make this adaptation hold well with the themes of the novel. The movie is purposely vague on its time and setting, other than saying it is in central america ( not subtle, but very effective).
A truly moral man (no longer an antihero, but a modern hero of ethics) attempts to prevent violent socialism without causing the detriment of civil liberties - highy adaptable to the so called 'war on terror'.
His search for passion and his abhorrence for the superficiality he sees everywhere else delivers him to the beautiful balet dancer. The movie explores the impossibility of knowing who is a criminal (or who is evil) from their physical characteristics or beliefs - again highly adaptable to a mdoern discussion of Islam and terrorism.
All of this depth set amongst stunning cinematography and music.
This review of The Dancer Upstairs (2002) was written by Kartik B on 20 Dec 2007.
The Dancer Upstairs has generally received positive reviews.
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