Lovely little thriller ...

Rating: 8/10 (5 December 2011)

... specifically for those tired of stereotypical action movies.
Interestingly enough, this film does contain all the ingredients Hollywood trash is usually made of. Like cars, guns and the magic jacket. But it thankfully refrains from making a fetish of any of those. No elaborate talk about car engines, gun models or any of that mindless rubbish.
Instead, the film focuses on character portrayal and the creation of atmosphere, albeit in a minimalistic and somewhat distant fashion regarding the former. We're just learning enough to get an idea of what could be driving the protagonists, and why the story's developing as it does. Literally no rubbing into our faces of obvious points, which I found to be a thoroughly pleasing experience.
Apart from that and some other notable features, what I really enjoyed was the film's color palette for one. Which constantly contrasts warm orange and brownish tones against blues and greens. Like mirroring the ambivalence of some of the male characters resp. the world they're living in. And the rhythm of the film. This movie really has a great rhythm and specifically succeeds in gradually building up a convincing climax.
A round of applause is in order I'd say. Every once in a while, with me being on the verge of abandoning all hope already, there's still a little gem to be found and appreciated. Thanks.