great study of troubled characters

Rating: 8/10 (7 March 2008)

This movie is going right back to the Coen tradition of such movies are Fargo or Blood Simple. The characters are very well constructed. The actors get the emotions across with some great minimalist acting. The extreme violence is being mirrored by subtle comedy. The soundtrack is sparse but very effective and effective.
The ending of the movie is a bit disappointing as it just cuts off. We really want to see more of these characters and where they are heading. Some great camera work by Roger Deakins and a very good production design make this movie enjoyable. Nevertheless, the movie is a great study of a group of troubled characters.
The Coen brothers are back - 8/10