Delightful for fans of Agatha Christie

Rating: 9/10 (10 November 2017)

I am a fan of the book, and i go into movies like this prepared to compare and maybe be disappointed, but I was delighted by this adaptation. Unlike the Hollywood Sherlock Holmes, Branagh's Poirot was not over-the-top, but was on point, and the dialogue was perfect. Together they quickly showed the audience the very essence of this prolific character in Christie's works. Much like when I see Austen redone, I feel I know the main characters intimately, and the margin for error by the actor is small, but this portrayal was just right. Thank you Kenneth Branagh. The movie is striking in its look, and the star studded cast does not disappoint. I only felt it was overdone a bit at the end while Poirot solves the mystery. Otherwise it felt genuine to Christie's intent, was very engaging, and made me hope they do Murder on the Nile next. Amazing story, amazingly done. Thank you to the cast and crew.