Very intriguing

Rating: 7/10 (29 December 2008)

Director, Stephen Daldry does a fine job of keeping our close interest in THE READER.
The movie, written by David Hare and based on the book by Bernhard Schlink is an engaging work.
The film stars Kate Winslet, Ralph Fiennes, Jeanette Hain, David Kross and a smaller role by Lena Olin.
All of the actors are outstanding.
We are intrigued by what is about to happen, because of the engrossing performance by Winslet.
Although I felt that some scenes went on too long, the story eventually shifted back and focused on what was eating inside of Winslet's character.
When we find out, we are shocked and in a way repulsed. Which is what the director wanted.
The direction is sensitive, romantic and a little erotic at times.
The score works very well to accent the story and the performances.
Production design and locations are right on.
A restrained performance by Ms. Olin gets her character's message across crisp and clear.