Superbly crafted story, and the lead role carried off brilliantly by Rylance. As always, his acting is in another class. The suspense was handled consistently well, and just can't imagine anyone not enjoying this film.
It is far closer to being a stage play than a film, but I don't see that as a drawback. I have given this 8 not because of any particular flaw, but simply because I reserve the higher ratings for the best multi-series productions. It seems only fair to do that.
But this is a gem of a production, with top class acting from all the cast plus some wonderful music by Alexandre Desplat. Very strongly recommended.
It is far closer to being a stage play than a film, but I don't see that as a drawback. I have given this 8 not because of any particular flaw, but simply because I reserve the higher ratings for the best multi-series productions. It seems only fair to do that.
But this is a gem of a production, with top class acting from all the cast plus some wonderful music by Alexandre Desplat. Very strongly recommended.