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Subtlety is what makes this film so great

posted 9 years ago by erkucz00
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The realistic emotions, and unpoetic dialogue were what intrigued me. Anyone else feel the same way?

[–] A_l_a_c_h_u_a_1 9 years ago

It was great acting all around. Not to mention the cinematography was amazing - especially the scenes in Berlin with the wall...

[–] howardkoor 9 years ago

Yes, agreed. Sensational story. Hanks nailed it as usual. Rylance was amazing. Loved it.

[–] spookyrat1 9 years ago

Anyone else feel the same way?

You couldn't describe this movie as being over the top, though the real life story itself is riveting in its own downbeat way.🐭

[–] erkucz00 9 years ago

Exactly, I'm not that familiar with the actual events, but it was totally believable, the way that portrayed it.

[–] tstevens32 9 years ago

Agree for the most part. However it seemed to me some of the most dramatic scenes were a little over acted and not so subtle in trying to get the gravity of the situation across to the viewer, when it was obvious (to me at least).

[–] neerood 9 years ago

I liked how understated much of it was, and they didnt resort to pointless action and tension.

But I found a lot of the dialogue to actually be very poetic.

[–] erkucz00 9 years ago

I know what you are saying. "Un-flowery?" might be a better word.

[–] GoodSOVeryVeryGood 8 years ago

Totally agree - the subtlety which is why I think so many do not like Rylance's performance and/or find the film really long and boring. Love Cold war stuff. And this one is excellent.

[–] erkucz00 8 years ago

I think people expect overblown drama, and given the title, I can understand that. If a person was expecting bond level acting, they might not be ready for the realism of this one.

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