I liked Prisoners a bit more this time around. In fact, I really like Villeneuve as a director and his ability to produce high quality products at a relatively high rate from a wide range of subjects. In here, the story is rich, a kind that makes you want to discuss it afterwards, the characters are well-developed and lively, there's a balanced amount of disturbing content that serves the film and the overall watching experience is satisfying.
The only major hurdle that I've had regarding this was Hugh Jackman's presence and his performance. He never managed to become his character in 150 minutes of the film's runtime. I even expected his famed steel blades every time his lost his nerves, which happened quite a few times. Perhaps someone else with more finesse and subtlety would have suited better.
The only major hurdle that I've had regarding this was Hugh Jackman's presence and his performance. He never managed to become his character in 150 minutes of the film's runtime. I even expected his famed steel blades every time his lost his nerves, which happened quite a few times. Perhaps someone else with more finesse and subtlety would have suited better.