Twist, twist, I want to confuse! or hilarious American detective with English charm

Rating: 8/10 (1 July 2020)

Detective, comedy, thriller. The film was directed by Ryan Johnson, who shot a mega shelter called Star Wars: The Last Jedi, but also made a script here. Well, to begin with, I was not going to look at this picture at all, but the circumstances turned in such an unexpected way that I had to remember it and look in good company - and it was really hilarious and cool! I really regretted that at one time I did not go to this picture in the cinema, since my impressions would be definitely stronger. And here is my brief opinion - a hilarious American detective with English charm. I admit honestly that when I watched I tried to notice not only the pros, but also the minuses, and if everything was too obvious with the first ones, then a small flip came out with the second. Except for a few technical and scenario points, as such, there are no minuses from the word at all. It may be a matter of my general impression, it may be a matter of my carelessness, but it is. Therefore, I will dwell in more detail on the advantages of this detective, which sincerely pleased your humble servant!
So here they are:
1. A detective story - the plot is simple - in a large country house, after a noisy party, the patriarch of the family was found dead. All the signs indicate suicide, but the arriving detectives begin to suspect something was wrong when they get to know the relatives of the deceased better, they behave suspiciously. Envy, money hunting, political games, intrigues reign in the family. A first-class private detective intervenes in the matter, having a reputation as a person who always "gets to the bottom of the truth." Suicide or not? The circle of suspects is pretty obvious, motives? Inheritance, intrigue, personal dislike? When our company watched this picture, it was interesting to speculate, pay attention to small details, and feel the atmosphere. We'll talk about the final below, but the investigation itself, the disclosure of the characters is at a high level. The picture really holds in suspense, forcing the viewer to move gyrus. If you are a fan of detective stories and want to see something fresh from this genre - this picture is definitely for you!
2. Entourage - as for the environment, the situation, the general mood - everything is at the highest level. It turned out a kind of Agatha Christie in modern times, with her gadgets, achievements, actual problems, but with the classic and eternal problems of the relationship of fathers and children. In terms of surroundings, this picture strongly resembles the "Murder in the Orient Express" of 2017. The house itself looks modern, but from it it stretches from the nineteenth century. Furnishings, costumes, decorations - lovers of aesthetics will definitely like the picture!
3. Humor is a comedy, this is the second genre of this picture, and it is felt and seen from the very beginning. At first, I even thought that it would be a whole comedy with a fax at the end, something like a "dog's sleep," especially since there were a lot of hints in this direction - no. Humor here dilutes the tense detective when we, together with a private investigator, try to find out the truth - and it works great here!
4. Music - I cannot but note atmospheric music, which perfectly conveys the mood and the very spirit of this picture. This, again, is a mixture of the classic detective and modernity, with its tunes and rhythms. Although in isolation from the picture, music loses all its charm. But I will praise the composer (Nathan Johnson).
5. Final - the picture plays "cat and mouse" with the viewer, trying to confuse the latter, throwing in and focusing on seemingly insignificant things and events, leading the viewer on the wrong track and making the final for him truly unexpected . I will say this, my version was confirmed, though I did not expect that the killer and motive would turn out that way ... oh sorry, but I won't tell you that. Indeed, the charm of detectives is that the viewer would participate in the investigation process. I went this way - and got the result. And what will be your path? Only you will know the answer! See for yourself and get your portion of pleasure!
A little about the main characters:
1. Harlan Tromby, performed by Christopher Plummer, is the patriarch of the large Tromby family, holding all the capital in his hands. An eccentric old man who, with his antics, will make you laugh, be surprised, and maybe even think about some issues. The charismatic Christopher magnificently embodied the image of an eccentric old man on the big screen, and his costumes - in general, will fly away and have an excellent style. Bravo Christopher!
2. Benoit Blanca performed by Daniel Craig is a first-class private detective who has been paid so much that now he is simply obliged to open this case and bring the villain into clean water. Restrained, damn smart, a good psychologist and a real gentleman, always dressed with a needle. What can I say, I don't like James Bond, especially in the performance of Craig, but here I was even curious how "Mr. Brutality 2006" to cope with such a role where you need to think more and not break limbs to all adversaries. And what is the result? But he did it. It was praise, Daniel, but don't relax, you are still on my list of hate, keep trying, then you will be a good boy and a good nyasha!
I will not represent the rest of the heroes, so as not to spoil your impression and pleasure.
Judging by the fees and news, we are waiting for the continuation. Well, if about Mr. Blanc's new business, then he'll do it, because the main story is over. Will I wait for him? Sure. Very interested!
As a result, we have a hilarious detective with excellent surroundings, an exciting story with sharp turns, excellent atmospheric music and excellent acting!