Grand and Tense Remake.

Rating: 9/10 (15 March 2016)

The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo (2011): Dir: David Fincher / Cast: Rooney Mara, Daniel Craig, Christopher Plummer, Stellan Skarsgard, Robin Wright: American adaptation of the successful novel about that one pivotal character whom is more dangerous than at first thought, and in several ways. It stars Daniel Craig as a journalist for a struggling magazine. He is under an embarrassing lawsuit but is sought after by Henrik Vanger, who seeks answers with regards to the disappearance of his niece in 1966. He believes that someone within the family murdered her and makes a generous offer for answers. Unfortunately he suffers a heart attack and rendered to the hospital. Against family wishes Craig continues with the case and gradually places his own life in danger. Rooney Mara plays Lisbeth Salander whose financial guardian suffers a stroke and her financial security is offered now at the price of rape. These scenes are not easy to watch, nor is her retaliation when she turns the tables, but she is located by Craig when he learns that she hacked into his computer to research for Vanger before he hired him. Great supporting work from Christopher Plummer as Vanger, and Stellan Skarksgard as his nephew Martin. Compelling, disturbing and total suspenseful, the film's one flaw might be within its multiple climaxes that seem a tad long. Otherwise David Fincher creates another winner with a visual title sequence that may remind viewers of his title sequence for Fight Club. Flawless acting from all involved, particularly Mara who proves that the neglected underdog can make a lasting impression. Score: 9 / 10