Review of The Manchurian Candidate (1962) by Raynormanbateman . — 16 Sep 2008
Without a doubt one of the best drama/spy conspiracy theory type movie I have ever seen. The performance of everyone involved was simply outstanding and some parts very haunting.
The fact that the movie came out in 1962 is also one big irony. A decade where many assassinated individuals were and still are treated as a conspiracy. Especially the RFK assassination where some people believe that Sirhan was a Manchurian Candidate victim that simply followed order than forgot what he had done. This movie is way ahead of its time and although it's not perfect it still stands out and will hit you hard.
The ending kept me on the edge of my seat and the build up is fantastic. The score is also perfect and so was the directing of the movie.
Extra credit to the brilliant performance of Angela Lansbury, one of the most haunting and psychological villains I have seen on the screen. Makes you want to keep a close eye on every first lady or, second lady? That is about to enter the white house.
This review of The Manchurian Candidate (1962) was written by Raynormanbateman . on 16 Sep 2008.
The Manchurian Candidate has generally received very positive reviews.
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