Review of The Man Who Wasn't There (2001) by Callan W — 24 Jan 2008
A beautifully shot film, entierly in black & white, fitting for it's setting, with some fantastic dialogue, and not bad performances from Billy Bob Thornton and Frances McDormand. But it just isn't enough.
I think it missed something. It has all the devices of a film noir, but it's paced oddly for a crime drama. It isn't too bad, but I found it a little too long, and some at some points just weird.
Not the best Coen film. They really like stories about the deterioration of the protagonist.
This review of The Man Who Wasn't There (2001) was written by Callan W on 24 Jan 2008.
The Man Who Wasn't There has generally received very positive reviews.
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