A Definite Letdown

Rating: 6/10 (20 October 2009)

It's really a shame. This movie had so much going for it, such as a great cast and talented direction. However, it just didn't do anything. It almost did on several occasions, but it ended up coming up short each and every time. I didn't think it was that funny, either, and the film really struggled with figuring out if it wanted to be a comedy or spy thriller, and it didn't do a good job in either category. The only saving grace was John Malkovich, who has proved that he is definitely one of our best actors out there. Unfortunately, his efforts went for naught. The Coen brothers need to stop believing their own press and start making the kinds of great movies they made in the past. Come on, guys!!!