Review of The Piano Teacher (2001) by Michael C — 09 Dec 2009
A very disturbing but highly fascinating film from the always controversial Michael Haneke. Isabelle Huppert is the axis on which the film moves as a tightly wound piano instructor who desires to engage in perverse behavior with a talented young student.
The way in which she attempts to pursue this is unsettling; strange letters, a horrific act of vengeance on a young girl, and general desires that are unspeakable. Some of the side characters are sorely underdeveloped, but Huppert is the central focus throughout anyway.
A film that is highly effective in unnerving the viewer, but is artistic throughout it's execution.
This review of The Piano Teacher (2001) was written by Michael C on 09 Dec 2009.
The Piano Teacher has generally received very positive reviews.
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