Lavishness on the rails

Rating: 6/10 (19 June 2018)

Death aboard an opulent train service, and everyone among the eclectic array of first-class passengers is a suspect. Gladly, there is still some mystery for those who saw the 1974 film version and/or those familiar with the genre. Sadly, no character worked hard enough to gain our sympathy or empathy to excuse the conclusion. Stylistically, it was pleasing but there are some questionable decisions on camerawork that don't seem to create tension or make a point. Brannagh's meticulous preparation paid off, but it loses steam by the time of the big reveal.