The film's translated logline very handedly explains the plot - '8 years ago, Alex's wife was murdered. Today... She e-mailed him.' - but fails to show the depth of emotion and beauty found in this film. Whether to classify this as a love story, action film, or murder mystery, I'm not completely sure, but I do know that every now and then, especially after films like this, I wish I had an in with foreign filmmaking. The lyrical beauty of the camera was superb, the acting absolutely solid on all accounts, and the plot - though somewhat convoluted at times - was entirely captivating. The chase scenes and stunts felt extremely true-to-life, demanding on several occasions a quick rewind, enhancing the quality, suspense, and overall amazement I have for this film. The concluding reveal and subsequent resolution seemed a bit lackluster in depth, but it completes the movie and provides the viewer with a beautiful ending to a roller coaster of action and emotion. The film contains a rather odd soundtrack, sticking out like a sore thumb at times, working perfectly at others. A diverse and captivating film, Tell No One is one of the best films I've seen recently, and will actively recommend it to others.
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2/23/2010
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Glad we don't have to disagree on this one. Honestly, this film made me want to learn French and fall in love - which should speak to its power.
I mean, honestly. French?
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