Review of Under the Volcano (1984) by Mjs M — 04 Oct 2008
A later day John Huston film. This follows a diplomat to Mexico during the last day of his life, the action takes place immediately before the start of World War Two. The film is a tough look at this man?s alcoholic lifestyle, it acts more as a slice of life than as a real narrative story.
The film has great atmosphere and the idea of setting it on the Mexican Day of the Dead was cool. The film will probably be remembered most for a great performance by Albert Finny.
This review of Under the Volcano (1984) was written by Mjs M on 04 Oct 2008.
Under the Volcano has generally received positive reviews.
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