West of Memphis
Cody Villafana
“From a directorial perspective, it provides a more cinematic experience than ‘Paradise Lost.'”
“From a directorial perspective, it provides a more cinematic experience than ‘Paradise Lost.'”
“It may be Chan-wook Park’s first foray into the American film industry, but he’s made an impression.”
“Subject matter is outdated…and seemingly weaning in popularity.”
“Just plain works. A last-second plot zigzag gives the ending a weirdly satisfying kick.”
“It’s a slap to the head of viewers who are unaware that hunger is not only a third-world issue.”
“Screenplay lumbers under the weight of too much exposition and corporate interference.”
“It’s unfortunate Oplev’s foray into the American film industry had to start with such a whimper.”
“Wooden and uninspired…the investigation of war crimes unfolds in a way that is absent of tension.”
“The CGI giants are pretty good, but the noisy finish can’t make up for the film’s overall mediocrity.”
“Throughout the film, the messages are mixed and the plot details are often flimsy.”
“It’s a commendable attempt, but one that ultimately falls short under the scope of the story.”
“Turns the film from a juicier, southern-fried ‘Twilight’ into an overstuffed meal.”