"It is better to look at what I'm about to show you on an empty stomach"

Rating: 8/10 (1 January 2012)

The above quote is used only once in the movie, but it ironically sets the tone for the entire film.
"Dragon Tattoo" has a strong chance of being the most memorable adaptation of a book since Harry Potter. David Fincher's follow up to "The Social Network" is nothing short of a terrifically terrible roller coaster ride of unpredictability.
As far as acting goes, Daniel Craig and Chris Plummer gave their usual stellar performances. The shining star, however, was obviously Rooney Mara, who gave a downright chilling performance. Aside from her Oscar-worthy acting, the fact that she was willing to change her body so drastically for this role says a lot about her character. She isn't here to be another role model or sex symbol, but she is here to be what many Hollywood stars are drawn away from being: a damn good actress. We have without a doubt not seen the last of Mara.
This movie was able to take a simple mystery case and turn it into the most interesting movie of the season. Be warned, however, for as the quote suggests, it is also one of the most brutally graphic movies of the year. The scenes are so captivating, however, that you may not even remember that you are surrounded by other people anyway. However, it is still not by any means a family/date movie. Be very selective while deciding who you see this one with.