Review of The Dancer Upstairs (2002) by Mark G — 17 Jul 2007
A beautifully atmospheric and deliberately paced film with a fantastic performance from Javier Bardem. It's less a police thriller than a character study. Malkovich doesn't take any easy options by throwing in Hollywood staples like car chases or 'clever' twists.
The final pay-off might be evident from a long way off but it's getting there that this film is more concerned with. It's also proof that Bardem is an incredible actor in any language.
This review of The Dancer Upstairs (2002) was written by Mark G on 17 Jul 2007.
The Dancer Upstairs has generally received positive reviews.
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