Review of With a Friend Like Harry... (2000) by Lewis P — 21 Apr 2010
Fascinating study of a man whose obsession with a former schoolmate is disguised as an overabundant willingness to "help". We are never quite sure what fuels this dark psychosis, but we know things aren't right almost from the beginning.
The tension quietly builds to a violent climax and leaves the intended victim victorious. The action takes place mainly at the young couple's country chateau. The scenery is pretty, but somewhat nondescript.
The script is subtle and drops clues but never fully reveals its destination until the very end. There is a sexual tension that hangs heavily over the story, but it is never blatant or explicitly brought out into the open.
Just a general unease in Marcel (Laurent Lucas) and Claire (Mathilde Segnier) triggered by the presence of Harry (Sergi Lopez) and his earthy girlfriend, Prune (translated as Plum, and played by Sophie Guillemin).
Well done effort by director Dominik Moll and one that kept this viewer intrigued for nearly two hours.
This review of With a Friend Like Harry... (2000) was written by Lewis P on 21 Apr 2010.
With a Friend Like Harry... has generally received positive reviews.
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