A Thriller for the Thinking Man

Rating: 8/10 (3 June 2006)

The film is a mostly faithful if lengthy adaption of the novel, and should not disappoint Dan Brown fans. The whole cast are competent and despite his hair extensions Tom Hanks makes an acceptable hero, while the dastardly Monk looks as if he just walked out of "The Seventh Seal". The locations are interesting and give authenticity to the film version. The plot is no more outrageous than the book, and whilst it may challenge some beliefs, I doubt if many would take it too seriously. Overall this is an entertaining and thought provoking thriller with enough action to support the complicated clues that litter the landscape. Audrey Tautou and Jean Reno provide a some real French accents. All in all not a bad nights entertainment.