Review of The Man Who Wasn't There (2001) by Jordan P — 28 Jan 2010
One of the less well-remembered Coen brothers pictures, The Man Who Wasn't There is nonetheless very good. Great performances from all involved, especially Billy Bob Thornton as the extremely staid Ed Crane.
This film shares a lot of themes and plot elements with Fargo, but unlike Fargo, which was mostly dominated by characters secondary to William H. Macy's kidnapping plot, The Man Who Wasn't There belongs solely to Crane and his schemes.
If the first hour is a little off and slow, stick with it and you'll be rewarded the moment Tony Shalhoub appears onscreen and introduces the film's theme in a monologue worthy of a modern Shakespeare.
And, as a plus, Roger Deakins's cinematography is a beautiful black and white ode to the bygone days of Hollywood noir.
This review of The Man Who Wasn't There (2001) was written by Jordan P on 28 Jan 2010.
The Man Who Wasn't There has generally received very positive reviews.
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