Murder on the Orient Express Positive reviews
2022-01-27 08:05
The steam train that runs day and night through the ice and snow, the complicated carvings on the carriages, the exquisitely crafted carpets, the shining silverware, the sumptuous cuisine and wine, the fashionable and retro exquisite dress, the exotic and moving melody, these elements give the The visual effect of the film adds a lot of points. Compared with the version directed by Sidney Lumet in 1974, it is no longer a group play in a confined space, and a lot of running scenes have been added. The identity of the passengers in the film has undergone some changes, and some will affect the behavior of the characters. Motivation, but the whole story continues the clues familiar to the audience. Michelle Pfeiffer accurately interprets the humor and frivolity of Mrs. Hubbard, and her interpretation of the role is relaxed.
Mass murder is a memorable ending in the film, but it is different from the general routine of "bad guys deserve their sins, and good guys live in peace". It no longer puts "black" or "white", "good" or "bad" as simple The rough concept is imposed on the audience, adding some thinking about the gray area.
Extended Reading
Murder on the Orient Express quotes
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Dr. Arbuthnot: You won't listen to reason.
Hercule Poirot: Never!
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Countess Elena Andrenyi: You are funny looking, Monsieur Poirot. Why are detectives so funny looking?