That Mask

Rating: 10/10 (22 March 2006)

I was particularly impressed with Hugo Weaving's ability to express emotion through movement and voice only, without facial expression. I guess this is an extension of his stoic presentation in the Matrix trilogy. Natalie Portman got stronger and more believable as the movie went on, without becoming a Linda Hamilton in Terminator character. More like Sigorney Weaver in Alien.
I thought that the movie was as visually stunning as the plot was complex. With all of the subtle story lines and inside historical references, the visuals could have easily overwhelmed the storyline, but it didn't. Did you notice that much of the story takes place inside and in unlit areas but we don't have to squint to see what is happening.
A question though - is this sci-fi or drama?