Review of The Quiet American (2002) by Josh F — 28 Dec 2010
An unassuming little film, compelling some people to think that its boring. It is, in fact, anything but boring. It tells the tale of a woman caught between two men, which in itself is merely a plot contrivance comparing Vietnam to a woman caught between two lovers.
In fact, the script has one of the main characters explaining this very fact. The acting is outstanding - Michael Caine is in top-form and Brendan Fraser delivers a career-best performance. The two main leads are so believable that the lines between "good guy" and "bad guy" are blurred.
All we're left with are two flawed characters trying to make the best of a bad situation which they find themselves in. They're both such gentlemen that one finds oneself empathising with each character which is extraordinary in an age where movies clearly define the "good guy" and the villain.
An outstanding film, one that I can wholeheartedly recommend.
This review of The Quiet American (2002) was written by Josh F on 28 Dec 2010.
The Quiet American has generally received very positive reviews.
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