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Rebecca31Feb 14, 2022

An unnecessary remake and not the same standard as Murder on the Orient Express. I’ve played games of Cluedo that had more suspense than Death on the Nile.

Hercule Poirot (Kenneth Branagh) and his moustache are back to investigate a murderAn unnecessary remake and not the same standard as Murder on the Orient Express. I’ve played games of Cluedo that had more suspense than Death on the Nile.

Hercule Poirot (Kenneth Branagh) and his moustache are back to investigate a murder on the Nile. Newlyweds Linnet (Gal Gadot) and Simon (Armie Hammer) are celebrating their honeymoon surrounded by their friends. But they’re not just their friends, they also happen to be super suspicious so when someone is murdered on board the lavish steamboat everyone is a suspect and it’s up to the greatest detective in the world to solve the crime.

My biggest issue with Death on the Nile is it didn’t have the suspense and mystery I expected from a whodunit movie. Particularly after enjoying Murder on the Orient Express so much. That was a better film with a much stronger cast, also the big reveal was less predictable. Seriously if you don’t know who the murderer is you haven’t been paying close attention because all the signs are there. You don’t have to be the greatest detective in the world to figure it out. Death on the Nile just didn’t work for me, while there’s good performances coming from most, Armie Hammer and Russel Brand stick out. That’s not helped when you put them next to the standard Kenneth Branagh, Annette Bening and Emma MacKey are setting. The casting wasn’t a total disaster, it’s hard not to like Kenneth Branagh and he’s clearly having fun with the role of Hercule Poirot. You just have to try ignore the severe lack of chemistry between Gal Gadot and Armie Hammer when Branagh’s not onscreen. I’m presuming Death on the Nile didn’t film on location, which is fine, it’s not always possible to do this but it’s best to make sure the CGI is up to standard. There was a few scenes with questionable CGI backgrounds which was a distraction.

If we’re looking at the whodunit murder mystery as a genre, I found all the guessing going on throughout Death on the Nile to be tedious and boring. Compared to a modern film in the same genre, Knives Out which not only holds your interest but keeps you laughing and entertained the whole time. I’m just not sure there was a need for a Death on the Nile remake. The original has to be better than this and it just wasn’t as good as Murder on the Orient Express. So please Kenneth enough with the Agatha Christie remakes, they’re of their time and you’re better than this. Recommended for anyone in need of their weekly cinema trip and doesn’t want to see Uncharted, for everyone else it’s skippable.… Expand

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NightReviewsFeb 18, 2022

So, here we go again!

Hello fellow film lover! Welcome back after yet another long stint battling logic and how to continue watching movies in a theatre with the existence of this petty virus. It’s been a long six months absence since ourSo, here we go again!

Hello fellow film lover! Welcome back after yet another long stint battling logic and how to continue watching movies in a theatre with the existence of this petty virus. It’s been a long six months absence since our last review, and we are so excited to welcome you back with a film that, like so many of us have been feeling, has longed to see the daylight. Due to arrive in cinemas since 2019 (back when film delays used to happen not because of world threatening virus’), Death on the Nile has had its fair share of misfortunes. As you all may be wondering, the film industry is changing, and rather quickly, at that. With all that has been happening over the last two years, all it seems we are able to do is roll with the punches, adapt and evolve, especially when it comes to cinema and our deep, long love for it. As time passes and the clock ticks, we always find ourselves constantly adapting to the changing landscape and expectations for cinema. For a while, after the strength and importance of streaming services, it seemed as though, cinemas as we knew them, and movie theatres, we're on their way out. That was, until, one friendly neighbourhood Spider-Man came and saved the day. After the massive commercial success of Spider-Man: No Way Home, a film that could be argued, single-handedly, saved movie theatres as we know them, the relevance and importance of going to the movies has never been more dire right now. Fast forward a couple months, and February begins its reign with a film that has been waiting nearly three years to get the spotlight. The delay ridden Death on the Nile, the unexpected sequel to Kenneth Branagh’s surprise hit Murder on the Orient Express, finally arrives. But, aside from its cliched, by the number whodunit narrative, Death on the Nile provides audiences with yet another stark switch happening in the film industry today.

After the rape allegations of Armie Hammer, Nile has been in release limbo for a long time now. Yet, despite the final verdict on Hammer and the allegations as a whole, Hammer was not taken out or replaced in the film, despite the film’s lengthy delay. Unlike All The Money In The World, Fantastic Beasts: The Secret of Dumbledore and other huge blockbuster endeavours that re-cast their lead stars after similar allegations and despite their star power, Nile decided to keep Hammer on the bill, in the film and still credited fully in the picture. Sure, he may not get the most promotion in the commercials and hasn’t seen the light of day in years, but Hammer still occupies most of the picture, seeing he has a crucial role as the main protagonists love interest and eventual husband. Who would have thought, that after a few couple years of the #METOO movement in Hollywood, the response and importance of such a stance in the industry, would die down so quickly. Ironically enough, to a celebrity and star being known for being a troublemaker, womanizer and nuisance on set with his cast and crew.

Yet, aside from all the drama and politics of the film, the truth of the matter is, Death on the Nile isn’t going to single-handedly save movie theatres, nor will it revive a very lacklustre February for the movie industry and it won’t revive any careers either. Death on the Nile is a run of the mill whodunit with some fun moments that include some mild twists, shallow turns and expectedly unexpected narrative tropes that we have all seen many times before. Is it entertaining, absolutely; but does solely entertaining cut it in 2022? In a time where films means so much more, in a time when nostalgia are studios main star, reminiscing on the glory days and bringing some classics back and reviving them is perhaps why audiences are so keen on going back to the movies? Just like old times. Just look at Jackass: Forever, Ghostbuster: Afterlife and Spider-Man: No Way Home as examples. No one expected Death on the Nile to take this long to release, especially not its star and director Branagh; whose sights couldn’t be further from the picture, given his recent Oscar nominations and critical praise for his semi-autobiographical indie darling Belfast taking much of his time and attention now a days (and for good reason). Death on the Nile is a film that passes time. Like a lazy river of emotions, action, pacing and character development, Death on the Nile is another stagnant attempt of studios jamming as many celebrities and stars into one picture, and wishing for a hit.… Expand

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TVJerryFeb 17, 2022

Kenneth Branagh is back as detective Hercule Poirot and as director of this film based on Agatha Christie's mystery. He joins the cast on a luxury cruise down the Nile to celebrate the marriage of a couple (Gal Gadot & Armie Hammer). Natch,Kenneth Branagh is back as detective Hercule Poirot and as director of this film based on Agatha Christie's mystery. He joins the cast on a luxury cruise down the Nile to celebrate the marriage of a couple (Gal Gadot & Armie Hammer). Natch, murders start to occur and Poirot sets out to find the killer. Branagh assumed both tasks in 2017 for Murder on the Orient Express (my review) and the same criticisms apply, so here are excerpts from that review: "He drags things down with tedious cross examinations. Despite the dreary pacing and lack of any sparks from the underplayed cast, the scenery, art direction and cinematography are gorgeous." Pretty much sums it up...again.… Expand

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FelipePedro07Aug 23, 2022

Meh!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Voodoo123Jul 9, 2022

Predictable who dunnit plot with a high budget serves up a very average experience considering the calibur of its cast. The distracting visual effects and wartime opening scenes felt unnecessary. Overall this was an ok watch but not as goodPredictable who dunnit plot with a high budget serves up a very average experience considering the calibur of its cast. The distracting visual effects and wartime opening scenes felt unnecessary. Overall this was an ok watch but not as good as the first movie from this production team.… Expand

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MattBrady99Feb 12, 2022

"A chef and enough champagne......... to FILL THE DENIAL"

On a serious note, I liked this a little more than 'Murder on the Orient Express'. There's some good shots in this one. Since this takes place in the river Nile in Egypt, the movie"A chef and enough champagne......... to FILL THE DENIAL"

On a serious note, I liked this a little more than 'Murder on the Orient Express'. There's some good shots in this one. Since this takes place in the river Nile in Egypt, the movie has that bright warm look to it, where everyone's skin looks oily and sweaty.

Kenneth Branagh was great in this.… Expand

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migdalorguyApr 30, 2022

What did I just watch? It contained essences af the story of Dame Agatha Christie's "Death on the Nile" but was otherwise completely devoid of all the elements that always made Dame Christie's books such wonderful reads. Her spirit alwaysWhat did I just watch? It contained essences af the story of Dame Agatha Christie's "Death on the Nile" but was otherwise completely devoid of all the elements that always made Dame Christie's books such wonderful reads. Her spirit always seemed to carry into the film version of her books even though she herself didn't care for the cimenatic arts much. In this case, the film was devoid of the spirit of Dame Christie. This was plodding, moody, doleful, and left me completely and utterly disappointed.… Expand

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BradMorganFeb 18, 2022

A very mediocre film that mainly relies on the scene in which it is revealed who the murderer is. Everything before that scene feels like a long and boring run-up through poorly written characters, a story that has no depth and long scenesA very mediocre film that mainly relies on the scene in which it is revealed who the murderer is. Everything before that scene feels like a long and boring run-up through poorly written characters, a story that has no depth and long scenes that have no impact. The setting of Egypt is nice but clearly feels like a greenscreen studio. All in all, this movie isn't worth it.… Expand

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AJ_13Jun 5, 2022

When the plot revolves around a mystery that you are able to solve from the very beginning... you eventually end up losing interest.

Not bad, just ok. Visuals and CGI don't look great.

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JoshummsApr 29, 2022

pretty mediocre mystery. There isn't a real mystery until an hour in and the first hour is quite boring. Terrible looking greenscreen and mostly boring characters and then a mildly interesting mystery. The last reveal scene is actually reallypretty mediocre mystery. There isn't a real mystery until an hour in and the first hour is quite boring. Terrible looking greenscreen and mostly boring characters and then a mildly interesting mystery. The last reveal scene is actually really good however and it makes the movie a lot better for me. Death on the Nile has a better mystery and more interesting characters than Murder on the Orient Express, but it lacks a big cast and takes a lot longer to get to the mystery, but overall it is a little bit better.… Expand

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benjanzenMay 13, 2022

Death on the Nile is a very inconsistent film. While there are some sequences that are quite good and surprisingly well shot, the majority of the runtime is populated by weak performances and overly polished/fake visuals. Didn't care much forDeath on the Nile is a very inconsistent film. While there are some sequences that are quite good and surprisingly well shot, the majority of the runtime is populated by weak performances and overly polished/fake visuals. Didn't care much for these characters or the mystery surrounding them, and found the story to drag considerably.… Expand

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Badgerryan27Sep 17, 2022

Didn't really like this one. Boring, bad dialogue and the green screen was so apparent. Looked very cheap

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CarlElmoreNov 25, 2022

Pretty much on par with Branagh's previous detective film so it isn't great. The mystery isn't too interesting and the performances here weren't nearly as good as his 2017 film.

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JLuis_001Feb 13, 2022

Let's start with something basic and that I need to get off my chest: Gal Gadot can't act. There it is. I said it.
Fortunately 60 minutes into the film her character is taken out of the play, so all the time left in the film after that isLet's start with something basic and that I need to get off my chest: Gal Gadot can't act. There it is. I said it.
Fortunately 60 minutes into the film her character is taken out of the play, so all the time left in the film after that is strengthened by her absence.

Now speaking of the film in general, the experience itself isn't bad, however it is one that feels incredibly ordinary.
Kenneth Branagh is apparently having fun because you can tell that he is as passionate about this project as he was about Murder on the Orient Express.

And just like that film, the cast here despite not being as lavish as the one of the previous film, it's a good cast. And it's clearly one of the main strengths of this film. Again excluding Gal Gadot of course.

The tone, the style, the mise-en-scene. Everything feels in place, and yet there's no real emotion.
The whole thing in spite of its quality has a routine weight that doesn't help the story at all. An empty atmosphere that lacks complexity.

I understand that not all films should be memorable. Many should just be about having a good time, and Death on the Nile has that, but I think they should also avoid feeling disposable.

The intricacy of the plot depends on how interested you are in the mystery, because this one isn't very good at keeping the intrigue going, and ultimately at that point, that closure ceases to matter, after all, the most important conclusion is for Poirot's character. The rest becomes almost expendable.

Death on the Nile is a basic, average, functional film. Nothing mediocre, just plainly inconsequential.… Expand

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BulgarianCriticFeb 20, 2022

Unfortunately if you were looking for a really pleasing detective movie with good aesthetics and the same kind of vibe as Murder on Orient Express then I would tell you that you will be disappointed in this one.The movie has a pretty badUnfortunately if you were looking for a really pleasing detective movie with good aesthetics and the same kind of vibe as Murder on Orient Express then I would tell you that you will be disappointed in this one.The movie has a pretty bad start giving us a couple of unnecessary scenes which do not add anything to our characters and plot(also people in 1937 definitely didn't do dirty dancing as they showed it in the movie ). I am fine with the movie mostly not following the books but the way they experimented with the story and characters fell flat for the most part and didn't work as they wished it. Some of the scenes are gorgeous and acting is pretty great as always but sadly there was barely any intrigue and even the great reveal of who did it fell flat. I did enjoy this but I was expecting something awesome as the previous movie but sadly it did not deliver.… Expand

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fart123Mar 2, 2022

A Morte No Nilo tem um trama de mistério bom, trilha sonora, fotografia e atuações boas, mas com personagens não muito interessantes e uma conclusão um pouco decepcionante.

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mikesgold2KFeb 17, 2022

Czuć, że to adaptacja książki (czasem nawet zbyt bardzo strukturą jest do niej podobna) ale kiedy pojawia się śledztwo zaczyna wciągać i interesować intrygą

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Striker7745Jul 7, 2022

Watchable but it's very easy to guess who the murderer is well before the film ends. Not a bad movie just not fantastic!

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SuperbaDMIkeJun 15, 2022

This was a movie I watched in the last days of 7th grade and ended up being a mixed watch with the murder happening an hour later. Knives out is better.

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drlowdonApr 12, 2022

When a guest is murdered on board a river steamer in Egypt, the famous Belgian detective Poirot must find out who was responsible before more tragedy can strike. Death on the Nile has an old fashioned charm to it, but while the all star castWhen a guest is murdered on board a river steamer in Egypt, the famous Belgian detective Poirot must find out who was responsible before more tragedy can strike. Death on the Nile has an old fashioned charm to it, but while the all star cast do their best, it doesn’t add up to anything more than a mildly entertaining detective story that won’t really appeal to anyone that wasn’t already a big fan of the genre.… Expand