My Comments on Match Point-Very good film

Rating: 7/10 (24 October 2006)

If I didn't know this was directed by Woody Allen in advance i wouldn't have been able to tell from the movie. Although I'm not a WA aficionado, I do enjoy most of his films but this one, perhaps because it is not set in NY came across in a non-Woody way to me.
I thought the acting was very good on all parts. Scarlett Johannson especially stood out with her fine performance. She seems to be nailing the femme fatal role these days as she's getting all of those types of parts.
I don't like to give much away so I will just say that the plot moves along well, it is interesting & compelling. Some unexpected surprises.
If you want a good drama with dark overtones & fine acting then I highly recommend this movie. ***The cinematography is quite lovely in this film.