A must see of 2017

Rating: 9/10 (6 November 2017)

What I liked about this movie is that Branagh has managed to add action and humor to the story without spoiling the claustrophobic and mysterious atmosphere of the original novel. The care for the details is great, the movie it's shot on 65mm film, not everyone like this, but I find it very interesting. In general, I enjoyed the whole cast, but some impressed me more than others.
Kenneth Branagh. I like his Poirot, I know that everyone is fond of previous versions but I've always found Poirot's past interpretations too "two-dimensional" and repetitive...Branagh has managed to make Poirot a more "human" character. And even though many criticize his mustache, I found them much more reasonable than those ridiculous little mustaches that I always see on Poirot's face.
Johnny Depp. I know that lately he's not in his best shape, but it's still Johnny Depp and his sharp smiles are an happy vision for those who have always loved his films. Dame Judy Dench: She is always a guarantee and a living reminder of the blessing that theatrical actors are for cinema.
Penelope Cruz: her transformations have always fascinated me, her acting has a peculiarity that goes beyond the simple "exotic" charm of her beauty and accent.
Sergei Polunin. The camera simply loves this guy. I really enjoyed the documentary about his story, Dancer, and in a real movie he didn't disappoint my expectations. He has a magnetic charm and an intensity of expression that remain impressed and he was able to emerge even in a minor role among so many big stars. I hope to see soon Polunin in roles that give him more freedom of expression.
Daisy Ridley: To be honest I hated the new Star Wars film, so I'm happy to saw her in a totally different context much more suitable to her recitation skills.
In conclusion, if you, like me, feel real joy in seeing that you always disagree with this pseudo-intellectual critics who are just waiting to destroy movies like this just to show everyone how intelligent and alternative they are, Murder on the Orient Express is the movie for you!