Review of The Quiet American (2002) by Nicole R — 19 Oct 2010
When Grahame Greene stories are turned into films they tend to work well and this is no exception.
It helps that this one is filmed in the location the book is set in Vietnam which looks beautiful thatnks to Master DP Chris Doyle.
Director Phillip Noyce had made several ok Hollywood Thrillers but then made this and the excellent Rabbit Proof Fence .
Noyce reallly gets to grips with the source material and his casting aids the film no end.
Breadan Fraser is astonishing as the mysterious Pyle a role which he performs beyond his normal acting range ,why he doesnt do this more often is a total mystery to tis reveiwer.
And As for Michael Caine,well he should have won a shed load of awards for his portrayl of Fowler the world weary journalist with a Catholic guilt complex .
Ciane dominates the film but still allows other actors to flourish it really is THAT good a performance .
A film which packs a real punch and never fails to grip I recommend this without reservations.
This review of The Quiet American (2002) was written by Nicole R on 19 Oct 2010.
The Quiet American has generally received very positive reviews.
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