review by Adam Cook Patron
Transsiberian 2008
Reviewed Jun 11, 2012
Adam Cook’s review:
Letterboxd Festival 4
It's a real shame Brad Anderson's career hasn't gone in more interesting directions since the solid Session 9 and The Machinist because this, just like his latest film, was pretty poor. Hitchcock is obviously the major reference point but the film feels like an amalgamation of bits from far better movies clumsily stitched together. The whole thing was rather dull and predictable until you get to the final third which was a cop out and made me dislike the film even more.
The location has plenty of potential but is largely wasted and it never makes good use of the foreboding landscape. The performances are passable with Mortimer being the one genuine bright spot but they deserved better material than this.
I was rather looking forward to this. Not so much now, I must say.
Based on the general reviews for the film I think most people will enjoy it more than I did so I wouldn't let my negative comments put you off.
I'll be watching it either way. It is nice though, to get my expectations down a little, then hopefully be happily surprised.
I liked the majority of it, but there are aspects that had me face-palm.
A despicable attempt to undermine the chances of my film. I'm calling my MP!
It's true. I actually really enjoyed the film but I just didn't want you too win. :-P
AARON! You heard him, disqualify Across 110th Street immediately!
@Steve, actually, if you get decent reviews for your film it won't be necessary. Across 110th Street started out strong but right now it's the lowest rated. ;)
It's a goddamn conspiracy!
A battle for the wooden spoon :(
There is no spoon.