Onoff is a famous writer who hasn't published any new books for quite some time and has become a recluse. When he is picked up by the police one stormy night, without any identification, out of breath and running madly, without clear memory of recent events, the Inspector is suspicious. Through interrogatory dialectic, the head of this lonely, isolated, broken-down police station tries to establish what has happened, by delving into the mind of his writer-hero, and clearing u... (Full plot summary below)
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Onoff is a famous writer who hasn't published any new books for quite some time and has become a recluse. When he is picked up by the police one stormy night, without any identification, out of breath and running madly, without clear memory of recent events, the Inspector is suspicious. Through interrogatory dialectic, the head of this lonely, isolated, broken-down police station tries to establish what has happened, by delving into the mind of his writer-hero, and clearing up a mysterious killing.
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| User ReviewHeather CFantastic film whether one understands what's going on or not... |
| User ReviewMarko Ba brilliantly written and performed movie.. a catchy storie with a twist ending ..you can not predict where the film is going. Definitely a must-see |
| User ReviewAndres PI watched this movie 3 times so far. It's so well written and Gerard Depardieu's performance is spectacular as usual. I can't say too much more about it because I wouldn't want to give the twisted ending away |
| User ReviewPaul KPolanski is brilliant. Depardieu at his best. Great ending. |
| User ReviewStephane MMy all time favorite! Polanski and Depardieu both deliver an extraordinary powerful performance. This is a movie 'Ã la Kafka', that goes far beyond your typical 'psychological thriller'. The setting is deceivingly simple - two man dialoguing in a room for the most part - but perfect setup for the otherwise intrinsically complex, engaging and dramatic dynamic at play between the two personas, and the viewer. It's a mind-provoking movie that explores the soul's innermost secrets, brilliantly weaving conflict, contradiction, pain and desire, with an ultimate sense of beauty and an unpredictable ending. |
| User ReviewGiorgio Ahere tornatore seems like david lynch a must see! music by morricone!!!! |
| User ReviewAlain DOne of the best movies I've seen (and I saw plenty of them). Not for everyone, though. |
| User ReviewAli KIn his least Tornatore-esque film, the revered director is at his best. |
| User ReviewSanal RA tense psychological drama that also benefits from the compelling performances from its lead actors and an unexpected twist towards the end. |
| User ReviewSusan WThis one is a winner. See my other review. :up: |
