Knives Out

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ChristianSurnamMar 11, 2020

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Knives Out is described by critics as "...paying homage to classic detective stories but gives the genre a timely twist". Spoiler Alert ... the twist is that it's a Whodunit SPOOF (in general), a Agatha Christie whodunit spoof (in particular) and, finally a Hercule Poirot spoof (more precisely). The screenplay is very well written and admirably performed by a wonderfully talented cast. Without giving the plot away, but justifying my categorization, I'll say this: the antagonists are obnoxious, law enforcement are somewhat dimwitted and inept, and PI is "over the top" superior. Throw in a "KFC" southern accent (perhaps a spoof of the Great Belgian sleuth's French accented English???), a preposterous plot and a wildly entertaining denouement, and you have a thoroughly enjoyable 2 hour comedy spoof. See it for what it is and LAUGH to "yur" heart's content! This movie is definitely worth your time and attention ... and you read it here, first (or thereabouts).… Expand

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WizzleMar 10, 2020

Interesting who-done-it with many plot twists and surprises. It is a movie that will be watched more than once with enjoyment.

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eva3si0nMar 10, 2020

Knives Out is a typical representative of the adaptation of a chamber detective in the spirit of Agatha Christie. The plot is simple, but it is interesting to follow, the cast also did not disappoint. I can 't say this is the best scenario ofKnives Out is a typical representative of the adaptation of a chamber detective in the spirit of Agatha Christie. The plot is simple, but it is interesting to follow, the cast also did not disappoint. I can 't say this is the best scenario of 2019, but the plot can surprise. The only thing that disappointed that at the end the viewer explained everything on fingers holding on to an idiot.… Expand

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Mark12181Mar 7, 2020

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I liked the cast and set up and I would’ve rated this movie a lot higher if weren’t for two detractions. The biggest being the set up of the apparent murder suicide. The nurse accidentally gives her patient 100mg of morphine through an IV and he miraculously stays conscious for at least 10 minutes while they figure out a plan and execute it. The next criticism is a continuation of the first, the lady is a nurse therefore she would easily know something is in fact a miss since the guy stays conscious after the so called massive overdose. The movie is built upon this flimsy premise. That out of the way I did enjoy the ending as I didn’t see it coming. The only other complaint was that the movie starts out rather slow.going… Expand

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PanchogulMar 4, 2020

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Entre Navajas y Secretos (2019)

Sinopsis:

Benoit Blanc, un detective implacable, investiga la muerte de un anciano escritor de novelas policíacas en la mansión del difunto. Benoit tendrá que sortear las trampas y mentiras que la excéntrica familia y los sirvientes del novelista han urdido.

Opinión:

Casi la primera hora de película es bastante lenta y algo tediosa, pero cumple en reunir gran parte de las piezas para comenzar a armar el puzzle, es muy impredecible, piensas que cualquiera puede ser el culpable, pero los giros que da durante el último acto desechan todas tus sospechas al basurero.

En cuanto a personajes y actuaciones me parece que lo mejor fue Daniel Craig quien se roba la película, después tenemos a Chris Evans derrochando belleza pero también una buena actuación, finalmente está la protagonista Ana de Armas, que en lo personal no me gustó su actuación y personaje, toda la película con cara de estreñida y carente de emoción, pero pese a todo, la historia y el guión en general son impecables.

Todo el resto del reparto con muchas caras conocidas realmente están ahí porque le conviene a la trama, pero en el fondo son olvidables y vacíos.

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CrivensFeb 29, 2020

Something of a masterpiece of the 'Whodunit' genre. Brilliant visual storytelling and fabulous character work. What a joy.

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jcasetnlFeb 29, 2020

Engaging and funny at times, but works too hard to set up its contrivances on the one hand, and then takes furious short cuts on the other. Such as a car chase where the main character can't be going more than 50 mph and claims she's flooringEngaging and funny at times, but works too hard to set up its contrivances on the one hand, and then takes furious short cuts on the other. Such as a car chase where the main character can't be going more than 50 mph and claims she's flooring it, and then fakes out all the police by simply hitting the brakes. Mistakes like this, or like the cheap gimmick of the main character throwing up whenever she tells a lie, are so far into silly territory that it gnaws at the credibility of what is in many respects a meticulously crafted murder mystery.

The other problem is at some point the twists start to feel a bit too predictable and rote, and the reveals start to lose impact. At some point, to earn its due, Knives Out had to fool the audience and it just never really does. Most of the supporting cast is quickly off the suspect list and the only thing that makes us still care about them is the actors' performances (which are generally quite good). No, the problem with Knives Out is solely in the writing.

Also Knives very cheaply injects politics as a way to turn the vilification of the antagonists up to 11 and ennoble the protagonist. It's pretty stunning how tacked on and lazy it's done here. With the film's "critics insurance" paid, I'm not surprised at it being rated more highly than it probably deserves. Watch the over 40 years old Blazing Saddles if you want to see a movie that does it right.… Expand

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Katie_BFeb 25, 2020

This may seem like a classic whodunnit and in the end it is. But the way the director handled this is so good I would recommend it to people who don't even like this kind of movies. They make fun of the typical characters, decors andThis may seem like a classic whodunnit and in the end it is. But the way the director handled this is so good I would recommend it to people who don't even like this kind of movies. They make fun of the typical characters, decors and dialogues you normaly see in these movies but there is more depth to this movie. And even tho they make fun of it , me who is a fan of this genre, likes the plot. I think this movie fits all. And I enjoyed it from minute one 'till the end. It's a sneer to our society and typical Americans, which I like. They keep it light but also not too much.… Expand

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thatpowerFeb 25, 2020

Amazing movie ruined by a terrible ending. Disappointing but still watchable due to the first 90 minutes being extremely good.

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RanGom007Feb 24, 2020

Strikingly.. This movie surprised me ! Ryan Johnson shot a very interesting and exciting picture. Definitely worthy of attention

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MortalMannyFeb 22, 2020

I wouldn't have known this movie existed, and even if I did I wouldn't have watched it but seeing some of my favorite youtubers talking about it I had to see it. I really liked it more than I should. It is funny, I like the characters, and II wouldn't have known this movie existed, and even if I did I wouldn't have watched it but seeing some of my favorite youtubers talking about it I had to see it. I really liked it more than I should. It is funny, I like the characters, and I like the mystery even though I'm not really into mystery movies and stuff. 10/10… Expand

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SoulWarfareFeb 22, 2020

Knives out is advertised as a whodunit movie. In a way it sort of is but this is Rian Johnson, he loves subverting expectations. Seriously though, this movie really subverts a lot of expectations. It's better to go into this movie with littleKnives out is advertised as a whodunit movie. In a way it sort of is but this is Rian Johnson, he loves subverting expectations. Seriously though, this movie really subverts a lot of expectations. It's better to go into this movie with little to no knowledge which is why it is difficult to review this without giving away too much.

First off, this movie has an amazing cast with Daniel Craig pulling off an American accent as the private investigator. Chris Evans post Avengers work has him play a much more terrible character which is a huge contrast to Captain America. Christopher Plummer while a minor role gives a very lovable mystery novelist. Jamie Lee Curtis, Michael Shannon, Don Johnson and Toni Colette give a very convincing performance as egotistic rich snobs. Ana de Armas must be praised as well for being able to convincing give the audience a sort of POV character in this massive all star cast. I will also give props to Lakeith Stanfield, Katherine Langford, Jaeden Martell and Noah Segan as well as they did a great job as well. The story and the screenplay is just phenomenal with the witty and charming dialogue. Likewise, the twist are smart and really keep the audience on its toes.

I do struggle to find negatives but I guess the one and only true blatant negative is the very obvious political message. "Right white conservative" are bad. The movie doesn't emphasise it a lot but there are scenes where is delves into these such as immigration and having the white rich characters talk quite negatively about it. Likewise emphasising how the children of Christopher Plummer's character have not earned anything of their own legitimately or have been given massive money to earn anything. It's a very simple and obvious message that anyone can see throughout the entire film. Additionally, maybe the misleading advertisement can be quite a deterrent to some viewers. As stated at the beginning, Rian Johnson completely flips the Whodunit genre on its head but the trailers and advertisement suggest it is just a typical whodunit story when it really isn't. To me this isn't exactly a negative but it could be seen as such to other viewers. In conclusion, this is a must watch to everyone. It is such an entertaining movie and is a great reminded of films from the old Hitchcock days. While the director's previous work, The Last Jedi, was divisive; This movie is amazing. Give it a watch!… Expand

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keanexFeb 21, 2020

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Knives Out is a tense movie reminiscent of Clue, but for the modern era. There are plenty of twists and turns that keep the movie suspenseful, while benefiting the pacing of the movie. The lead actress Ana de Armas and lead actor Daniel Craig do a great job of providing a nice contrast between seriousness and keeping the silliness of these kind of movies. I greatly enjoyed trying to solve the mystery as the clues unfolded, much like Clue or a Scooby Doo episode. Well worth the watch!… Expand

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DiptanshuFeb 21, 2020

Amazingly Crafted Twisted Tale with amazing score and stylish screenplay!i went nuts really at final act such amazing hold and impactful it was!it is definetely be consider as classic in future!Out of words.....Just how awesome movie this is!

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bulbasaur234Feb 20, 2020

What to say about cats. Cats as a whole movie is a master piece. The movie starts with a horror vibe as the main cat is ambushed by a bunch of cats wanting food for the night. After a few songs about genitals we get to the main plot of theWhat to say about cats. Cats as a whole movie is a master piece. The movie starts with a horror vibe as the main cat is ambushed by a bunch of cats wanting food for the night. After a few songs about genitals we get to the main plot of the story.The queen cat has to pick a cat to kill and send to space. so we go on this whole wacky adventure with hit star James Cordon and other non important characters and jump into the world of cats. They eat,drink and meow like cats. Half-way through seeing the movie i realized it was not star wars, but in fact cats. I mean most people were probably confused, it had Dumbledore. anyways back to the movie. talor swift drugs all the cats and then the sung a song about wanting to bring back all the cats that were thanos snapped (James Cordon). Once they are back the queen cat picks a black cat because she is racist. then the cat dies and they sing a song about being cats. all in all i give this movie a 0/10 because it should of had the name Claws Out.… Expand

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AemsFeb 19, 2020

A fantastic columbo-style whodunnit with an excellent cast. Some great comical moments interspersed with tension and drama. Well worth a watch.

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AkabeurjubFeb 18, 2020

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Amazing movie, I love a lot of the actors and their performance and acting, etc. when the family patriarch's death leads a master detective to investigate aka Mr. Bond, the movie also has a bit of comedy and the ending is really unexpected but quite cool, I really liked it.… Expand

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Shajac19Feb 17, 2020

The best murder mystery movie in a long time. I can confidently say that Knives Out is Rian Johnson's greatest work as a screenwriter and director. Seeing this with as big a crowd as can possibly be managed only makes it better. Shocks,The best murder mystery movie in a long time. I can confidently say that Knives Out is Rian Johnson's greatest work as a screenwriter and director. Seeing this with as big a crowd as can possibly be managed only makes it better. Shocks, twists, turns and laughs aplenty as Chris Evans and Daniel Craig stand out among a stellar cast. Can't wait for the sequel.… Expand

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WoW1Feb 17, 2020

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It makes no sense to play suicide, because a forensic medical examination will still show an overdose of morphine. It is strange, and it seems meaningless, that a writer who made a fortune by writing detectives does not know this. It makes no sense to make Martha once again “dance” in front of a crowd of potential witnesses, if you could spend two minutes spending her and returning to your room to lie on the sofa, taking the syringe in your hand. It makes no sense to ignore the testimony of the servant. It makes no sense not to seize the opportunity and ask Martha if she knows who the killer is. It makes no sense to go in white sneakers, stained with the blood of the murdered for a week. There is no point in the physiological features of the main character, because she successfully lies without it. There is no point in returning to sweep tracks with medicines, because in this case all possible suspicions from Martha will be removed. It makes no sense to burn the laboratory, the corpse is not far. It makes no sense to dissuade Martha from returning the money. It makes no sense to blackmail Ransom, because there is no murder. It makes no sense to put different drugs in the same containers. It makes no sense to take fingerprints, because immediately everything will become clear. It makes no sense...… Expand

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AndremaxFeb 17, 2020

Knives Out sometimes is too rush, joking overkiller and left some characters behind, but it's, beyoung everything, smart, holding, ironic, thought-provoking and sympathetic.

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emilepelletierFeb 16, 2020

Featuring a cast of immense quality, the movie is funny and thoroughly intriguing in equal measure.

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logan_Feb 16, 2020

It is a movie that happened ... With an ensemble cast of fun character performances, the narrative followed the least interesting among them. Despite my enjoyment of particular performances from Jamie Lee Curtis, Toni Collete, and JaedenIt is a movie that happened ... With an ensemble cast of fun character performances, the narrative followed the least interesting among them. Despite my enjoyment of particular performances from Jamie Lee Curtis, Toni Collete, and Jaeden Martell, I am torn on if the were actually good or just marginally better than their lackluster costars such as Chris Evans and Ana de Armas. The return to the ensemble mystery in "Knives Out" was refreshing from Rian Johnson and I wait with bated breath for "Knives Out II" and other classic mysteries to come out in the future.… Expand

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ahmedaiman1999Feb 15, 2020

"That certainly not what I was expecting."

- Whodunit? - Rian Johnson. - Why? - To subvert the tropes of yet another sub-genre... properly! As divisive as it was, I neither loved nor hated the love-it-or-hate-it The Last Jedi. Maybe because"That certainly not what I was expecting."

- Whodunit?
- Rian Johnson.
- Why?
- To subvert the tropes of yet another sub-genre... properly!

As divisive as it was, I neither loved nor hated the love-it-or-hate-it The Last Jedi. Maybe because I'm not a huge fan of the much-beloved saga. But I can give you a quick opinion of what I thought about it anyway. The first half almost turned me off completely: tons of lame jokes and out-of-character moments that indicate that Johnson's biggest concern was to subvert expectations and nothing but. The second half of the film was way better. It proved to me that Johnson is actually very capable of adding fresh blood to the saga, so effortlessly to such an extent that I wondered why he struggled so much in the first half.

In Knives Out, Johnson didn't add a new spin on the 'whodunit' sub-genre of detective fiction; he took it and turned it on its head. He did so not only by playing with the tropes and mechanisms of this sub-genre -and boy, he did that so exquisitely and gracefully- but he also by using a new and very effective building block: Drama. It doesn't sound new, isn't it? But, actually, relying on it here, in this kind of a story, is nothing short of revolutionary, and that's simply lies in the fact it's unprecedented to build upon it here. The result is nothing but marvellous. And although that, at some point, the main concern of the plot wasn't the murder mystery per se, the mystery didn't lose its sharpness even a tiny bit. And that's a strong proof that everything worked, and integrated, seamlessly. I said integrated because the film has a plethora of comedic bits throughout its runtime -which flies by- and, to be honest, I think every single joke landed perfectly. The film also suggest a political agenda that's exquisitely woven into the plot, and provides a sharp social commentary that's impressively subtle.

Not only did Rian Johnson reinvigorate this seemingly outmoded and unfruitful sub-genre, but he also did the same thing with a couple of members of the star-studded cast: I didn't know that Chris Evans, Captain America himself, would be better as, well, an "Anti-Captain America "; Craig as Blanc is absolutely phenomenal, with his southern accent and caricature detective character; and Jaeden Martell (IT) is very interesting as the weirdo Jacob Thrombey. As for Curtis, Langford, Plummer, Collette and Shannon, Johnson makes an excellent use of their incredible acting abilities, and of their facial expressions and features, especially Shannon with his remarkable menacing countenance. The real standout, though, is Ana de Armas. I mean, she was good in Blade Runner 2049, but here, as she plays my new favourite version of Pinocchio, she proves she's an exceptionally talented actress who is capable of expressing emotions, and changing them readily, only with her eyes. Honestly, I think she should have been nominated for an Oscar!

Overall, I'm really surprised how much I loved this film. With Johnson superb and clever direction and meticulously-nuanced and witty -albeit slightly too-structured- screenplay, I think this is my favourite - even if it's not my highest-rated - film of 2019. You know what, this film is actually terrible: it's very pretentious; its puzzle is too convoluted for its own good; it has an overabundance of plot twists; it underutilized its stellar ensemble; and it has a lot of plot holes, or -in this case- donut holes! Excuse me, I gotta leave right now!

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Lucas_tFeb 15, 2020

When Rian Johnson is in charge of writing and directing a production, I have an intuition that the film will do wonderfully well. And really, this is what happened. But we have a problem here.
As we all know, Rian Johnson is known for itsWhen Rian Johnson is in charge of writing and directing a production, I have an intuition that the film will do wonderfully well. And really, this is what happened. But we have a problem here.
As we all know, Rian Johnson is known for its famous twists in the film. This happened in 'The Last Jedi' and it happens here ALMOST ALL THE TIME. The first two times, the twists are shocking and make the viewer frustrated, but soon after the twists no longer shock and lose all their charm.
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alizodiacFeb 13, 2020

Excellent mystery, expertly told, paced and visually beautiful. A proper old school whodunit.

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Hypes11Feb 12, 2020

I feel like it came off as more of an action oriented mystery in the trailer but maybe that' just me. A lot slower than I expected but interesting nonetheless. Great acting from an all-star cast. Decent amount of humor. Perfect consistebtI feel like it came off as more of an action oriented mystery in the trailer but maybe that' just me. A lot slower than I expected but interesting nonetheless. Great acting from an all-star cast. Decent amount of humor. Perfect consistebt tone. Onpy real complait is some of the jumpiness in the structure byt overall it was a good time despite my overactive mind solving about 85% of the ending twists significantly ahead of time.… Expand

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AxeTFeb 11, 2020

Intricate and involving mystery exactly in the Agatha Christie tradition with a great all star cast, but too convoluted in the end. Most critically there's a small but fatal flaw in the plot. And the political commentary injection overIntricate and involving mystery exactly in the Agatha Christie tradition with a great all star cast, but too convoluted in the end. Most critically there's a small but fatal flaw in the plot. And the political commentary injection over family debating is one thing, but the surveillance VHS tape lesson is just too much personal nerd obsession for a discerning audience (and is the exact same luddite nerd move Tarantino made with his little lecture on film gauge formats in "Once Upon a Time in Hollywood" which has nothing to do with story and everything to do with filmmaker silly self indulgence).… Expand

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imthenoobFeb 11, 2020

The cast did a fine job, Johnson did a good job directing and writing the film. The first act is a nice build-up. It's a fine introduction to the characters and really helps set the tone this film tries to set (almost a Wes Anderson styleThe cast did a fine job, Johnson did a good job directing and writing the film. The first act is a nice build-up. It's a fine introduction to the characters and really helps set the tone this film tries to set (almost a Wes Anderson style murder mystery but with a different kind of charm). The second act kind of hits a wall though but it recovers nicely in the ending.

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DevilTriggerFeb 11, 2020

Very predictable. I hated it. Filled with One-dimensional characters. Sloppily executes social & political commentary.

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Pouya123Feb 11, 2020

I think this movie was one of the best movies I have ever seen, this movie even was better than Parasite.

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SaschiFeb 10, 2020

Wonderful movie with a timeless atmosphere. I sincerely hope to see more or even a part two of that movie. Sure there is nothing new but it is refreshing to see clever crime cinema with a grain of humor again. Eat the rich.

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phhr530Feb 9, 2020

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Knives Out was a super engaging movie and with an amazing plot. I didn’t want the movie to ever end multiple times throughout the movie. The actors were all very good and they were pretty funny. The Cinematography was beautiful and the use of foreshadowing and subtle symbols in the movie was really smart. At the beginning of the movie, Harlan Thrombey said something about not being able to distinguish a real knife from a prop knife and in one of the last scenes, Ransom uses a fake knife when trying to kill Marta. Almost as if Harlan planned the whole thing like one of his books. The baseball that was on Harlan’s desk also took a wild trip throughout the film, being passed by many people, and eventually landed back where is was in the beginning. This is analogous to Gravity’s Rainbow as Detective Benoit said his working process was like: “The projectile’s path can be traced and calculated and he is there waiting for the truth to land at his feet.”

One part of the movie that I did not really like was the generic characters. They really didn’t have much depth it seemed. Marta was a shy, truthful girl, Ransom was an entitled, **** son, the detective was a cunning, handsome man, and so on. It seemed like none of the characters had any depth. Even the kids in the movie were called each other stereotypical names: alt right troll and liberal snowflake. I wanted the characters to develop but they never did it seemed like. Marta never overcame her visceral reaction to lying, she was just able to hold her vomit in longer.

The dialogue was really quick and intelligent. I really liked the banter that the members of the Thrombey family had with each other and it kept the scenes suspenseful yet funny. The sequence of scenes when the will was about to be read to the family was my favorite of the movie. The dialogue was really good and we got to see each character’s personality come out and it was a major turning point in the movie when Marta got all of the inheritance.… Expand

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algajardFeb 9, 2020

It remind me a lot to "Clue" (1985). At some point it looks like some kind of remake. Either way, it is very enjoyable movie with a lot of twists. Quite good performances.

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UncleWillardFeb 9, 2020

Not sure what the raves are all about. This was a pretty boring and by the numbers whodunit. I half expected everyone to be guilty a la Agatha Christy. I thought I had missed some brilliance but no amount of spoiler-filled explanations shedNot sure what the raves are all about. This was a pretty boring and by the numbers whodunit. I half expected everyone to be guilty a la Agatha Christy. I thought I had missed some brilliance but no amount of spoiler-filled explanations shed new light. I got it and it wasn't shocking or.complex in the slightest. I guess, like Parasite, its a lesson in classism? Poor people.good, rich people bad? Way to go movies! That's like the third movie this year that fooled me into watching them and being thoroughly underwhelmed.… Expand

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mixoticFeb 7, 2020

It was fine, it not somewhat predictable. It held my attention, but I didn't walk away continuing to think about the movie. The dramatic overacting by the cast made it seems like they were trying to make something that felt like the originalIt was fine, it not somewhat predictable. It held my attention, but I didn't walk away continuing to think about the movie. The dramatic overacting by the cast made it seems like they were trying to make something that felt like the original Clue! movie, but it did't really hit the mark.… Expand

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ChrisM1979Feb 3, 2020

I went in with two high expectations but it just wasn't that good. But the thing that really annoyed me was the entire film the writer/director was trying to make a point but at the end he disproves his own point with who end up with all theI went in with two high expectations but it just wasn't that good. But the thing that really annoyed me was the entire film the writer/director was trying to make a point but at the end he disproves his own point with who end up with all the money. It showed the film was really about disliking a certain kind of people and liking another kind of people due to very superficial reasons.… Expand

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Stream2BigScreeJan 28, 2020

Knives Out… Sharp and Full of Holes

S2S: What is Thanksgiving without families coming together, airing their drama and disdain and a little bit of MURDER! Yes, Knives Out provides us with not a movie that reminds of morals behind the season,Knives Out… Sharp and Full of Holes

S2S: What is Thanksgiving without families coming together, airing their drama and disdain and a little bit of MURDER! Yes, Knives Out provides us with not a movie that reminds of morals behind the season, giving thanks, loving family, and fun and games like Mafia and WHO DONE IT?!

TF: I hear you there. Rian Johnson’s Knives Out is mainly style over substance. It is like Johnson decided to write and direct a less serious, contemporary version of Murder on the Orient Express, which had a remake in 2017. You may hear a lot of comparisons to that movie. Knives Out’s plot is both familiar and convoluted; but, it doesn’t mean it is not worthy of a viewing.

S2S: Knives Out is described by Lionsgate as “When renowned crime novelist Harlan Thrombey (Christopher Plummer) is found dead at his estate just after his 85th birthday, the inquisitive and debonair Detective Benoit Blanc (Daniel Craig) is mysteriously enlisted to investigate. From Harlan’s dysfunctional family to his devoted staff, Blanc sifts through a web of red herrings and self-serving lies to uncover the truth behind Harlan’s untimely death.” After that I can’t give much more without dropping a spoiler. But this puts us in a perfect position to discuss.

S2S: Knives Out is jammed packed with a star-studded ensemble. Jamie Lee Curtis, Daniel Craig, Chris Evans who all do a really solid job portraying their individual characters. Sidenote: each individual character couldn’t get anymore stereotypical or carbon copy to previous mystery movies. Daniel Craig’s southern drawl was quite amazing, even if offensive to the Colonel. Throughout the movie, the cast gave moments of convincing and captivating performances. Especially, the relative newcomer to the acting world Ana de Armas, who played Marta, had times where she wasn’t put in the shadow of the other looming superstars in the cast. Interestingly enough, another star cast could’ve done this movie and it wouldn’t be the same at all. Either way, the cast/movie has charm and is entertaining.

TF: I agree that the cast is star-studded and these actors are clearly having a great time playing these characters. I love Daniel Craig in this role. It feels rare that we see him stretch like this and it’s fun. However, I do think his Benoit Blanc is somehow both too broad and not broad enough. I was getting Inspector Clouseau vibes, but I wanted more daffy antics. Also, Christopher Plummer, Chris Evans and Jamie Lee Curtis are sinking their teeth into these mysterious Thrombey family members. Michael Shannon, as Harlan’s son benefiting from nepotism, and Toni Collette, as a scheming daughter-in-law, are chewing scenery left and right. There’s consistent great energy when these actors are on the screen.

S2S: Unfortunately, the cast doesn’t wholly save this movie. There are so many plot holes in the script or the editing that we left the theater saying, “just pretend like that made sense” or “they forgot all about that”. It’s almost like it was a donut with hole in the middle, another donut. The storyline in itself is not original but the way the story is told saves that in a way. It felt as if I was being read one of Harlan’s books, which is great but it felt as long as one of Harlan’s books as well. This movie drug on way too long. I felt okay checking my phone because I knew the end was imminent even though the biggest secret and reveal wasn’t complete.

TF: Yes, but don’t leave out the set design. The production design of the house is outstanding. Everywhere you look, there are knick-knacks and interesting set pieces. A huge portrait of Christopher Plummer as Harlan looms over a room in the house as the patriarch’s presence does in the family. The structure of the home itself is a marvel. Lastly, I will mention that at times the music is very gripping. There are some strings striking at one point that were accenting tension. These parts of the production really help things come together.

TF: But you’re right the real problem is that ultimately the mystery isn’t great. The plot points are kind of obvious and then become convoluted, if you try to unpack it. Knives Out feels maybe 20 minutes too long. There’s so much going on in order to build to the conclusion that the movie loses some steam along the way. I wanted more comedy than mystery since the mystery wasn’t very mysterious.

S2S: With that said, Knives Out is clever and entertaining at times, but isn’t worth the time in the theater. The movie may be worth matinee money but ultimately this is a perfect FX or Netflix movie. Something you watch once and then can leave on in the background. TF: Knives Out is fun and has some smart moments. This cast is the reason to stick with the movie to the end. The real question is does the cast do enough to elevate the middling plot. I would be on board for another Benoit Blanc movie in the future.… Expand

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netlord80Jan 26, 2020

This was a great little film. It was far better than I expected going into it. It had really clever twists throughout the film. It will keep you guessing the whole way through. The performances were absolutely top notch from the entireThis was a great little film. It was far better than I expected going into it. It had really clever twists throughout the film. It will keep you guessing the whole way through. The performances were absolutely top notch from the entire cast. I highly recommend this film.… Expand

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August49Jan 26, 2020

Very over-rated movie despite an all-star cast and Craig's accent was terrible.

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JkatoJan 25, 2020

This movie is very over hyped, please please save your money, go see 1917 or the gentlemen, like i shouldve, wait for streaming or rent it if u must. I will say daniel craig was very good in this, but otherwise it was average.

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TheRaggedFlygonJan 22, 2020

Knives Out is a well directed movie that falls short of being a masterpiece because it thinks it is more clever than it is. This modern take on the class whodunit genre is refreshing and risky. By playing with a well established format,Knives Out is a well directed movie that falls short of being a masterpiece because it thinks it is more clever than it is. This modern take on the class whodunit genre is refreshing and risky. By playing with a well established format, Johnson is able to create a film that kept me interested and entertained throughout. That is not to say that this a film for everyone. Members of the party I saw this film with found it to be inferior to past works in the genre.

Where the film falls short for me is, as mentioned above, this movie thinks that it is very clever when in reality, it is not nearly as clever as it thinks it is. The twists are a bit predictable and that made for an underwhelming third act. Johnson's directing is for the most part great, but at times it feels like the film is giving the audience too many clues as to what is going on exactly.

The biggest strength of this movie is its acting. Its ensemble cast makes for several great performances. Craig's and de Armas' in particular stand out to me. Johnson's script is serious when it needs to be while at the same time having comical elements that do not feel out of place. Having been disappointed by the way humor was implemented into Johnson's last film, The Last Jedi, I was very pleased to see a far more effective use of it in this film.

Overall, I found Knives Out to be a very entertaining mystery film that was not afraid to play with the format of the class whodunit. The twists are a bit too obvious and the movie is not nearly as clever as it seems to think it is, but both of those factors did little to true damper by enjoyment of this film. While certain moviegoers may have problems with the writing or directing of this film, I would recommend it on the strength of the acting alone.… Expand

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seduffJan 21, 2020

Thoroughly enjoyed Knives Out from beginning to end. It is such a rare treat for every plot-point to have a pay off. Flawless scriptwriting from Rian Johnson. A must see.

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NikolaJan 21, 2020

Good movie, and nothing more. Nothing we've seen before in many screenings of Agatha Christie's novellas. Very good acting of all. Storyline as I said is like a classical Agatha's novel...

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ArisCJan 20, 2020

Watched it over the weekend. The pacing of the film was rapid, allowing me to stay engaged and on the edge of my seat for the entire two hours. Despite being labeled as a suspense movie, it managed to offer hilarious dialogue and carry aWatched it over the weekend. The pacing of the film was rapid, allowing me to stay engaged and on the edge of my seat for the entire two hours. Despite being labeled as a suspense movie, it managed to offer hilarious dialogue and carry a surprising amount of emotional heft. The cast was also well selected, creating a realistic and chaotic interpretation of a dysfunctional family. This, along with convincing acting from Ana de Armas and Daniel Craig, made this film one of the most memorable I have watched in the last few years.… Expand

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YourmumsbillsJan 19, 2020

This film takes me back to the classic whodunnit movies of old, and i thoroughly enjoyed every minute! Rian Johnson has certainly redeemed himself after his horrible Star Wars film. I would highly recommend this one.

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Harsh657Nov 29, 2019

Now that was a great movie. Now about the good aspects of the film, I think humor was great, acting was great (especially by Daniel and Ana), direction was great, the film looked beautiful.
Now talking about the average aspects of the film,Now that was a great movie. Now about the good aspects of the film, I think humor was great, acting was great (especially by Daniel and Ana), direction was great, the film looked beautiful.
Now talking about the average aspects of the film, the story is not as clever as it is trying to be.
Now the worst parts of the film were characters were underutilised. Why do u need such a big cast if the show is just gonna be stolen by Daniel and Ana.
Overall- I think it was a great movie and I enjoyed my time in the theatre so I will recommend it.
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CornwallAdamsJan 15, 2020

This film was surprisingly entertaining. It's able to balance so many elements at once without it feeling boring or dull at any points. The acting in the film was nice as well, with each character having their own little moment.

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VancomycinJan 12, 2020

Upbeat and light on it's feet, with no butler to blame this whodunnit will keep you awake guessing and second-guessing your opinion on what exactly it was that happened until the credits roll. Then you can sleep peacefully.

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dharmaJan 11, 2020

Rian Johnson may not be the next Spielberg or, dare I say it, a 'Chris Nolan', but the writer director has a certain whimsy and playfulness missing from many film makers these days. Plus the fact that he simply does whatever he wants. As oneRian Johnson may not be the next Spielberg or, dare I say it, a 'Chris Nolan', but the writer director has a certain whimsy and playfulness missing from many film makers these days. Plus the fact that he simply does whatever he wants. As one of the main film makers behind the current Star Wars trilogy, he is the exact opposite to Abrams. Whilst Abrams sensibility is to mimic, Johnson's approach is to simply go the opposite way. Hence, this particular twist to the 'who dunnit' genre. Populated by some of the best actors in the business, Knives Out is loads of fun, and extremely well acted. Being released in the same period as the Rise of Skywalker, it is simply a commentary of the state of film goers these days: if you want a 'left field, meta approach' to your entertainment, don't tinker with a legacy franchise like Star Wars.… Expand

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haylinJan 11, 2020

I watched this movie with no expectations and I really, really enjoyed it, it's like watching the Clue board game. I loved the acting, too.

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brdstffJan 11, 2020

Somewhat long and tedious, but I must admit I liked it. No car crashes with loud noises and fireballs, no f*** bombs, no nudity or explicit sex, raised voices are within the plot context, murder visual within reason graphically (room notSomewhat long and tedious, but I must admit I liked it. No car crashes with loud noises and fireballs, no f*** bombs, no nudity or explicit sex, raised voices are within the plot context, murder visual within reason graphically (room not splashed with blood and the wound not shown up close in panorama). Reasonable plot. Reasonable solve. Could have done more with victims mother. No Academy Awards . . . but entertaining.
Have liked Christopher Plummer for 50 years. Fun to watch.… Expand

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cassiejcJan 10, 2020

Great movie! Had a blast, feels like every time you thought you figured the movie out, there was a new twist! The movie itself was just a great time!

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ajzeg01Jan 10, 2020

From the director of The Last Jedi comes another great movie! Yes, I said that. Screw you guys. Knives Out is a wildly creative, fun and, yes, subversive whodunnit murder mystery! Knives Out features and excellent ensemble cast and aFrom the director of The Last Jedi comes another great movie! Yes, I said that. Screw you guys. Knives Out is a wildly creative, fun and, yes, subversive whodunnit murder mystery! Knives Out features and excellent ensemble cast and a compelling narrative filled with twists and turns! One of the most entertaining, politically/socially relevant and original films I saw this year. It’s nice to have a mystery movie not based on a book so everyone doesn’t already know who did it going in. I actually don’t know how much I want to say about this movie, there’s not much I can really say about it without giving away major spoilers. I’d say just go out and see it for yourself. It’s really good, you’ll have a TON of fun! Get to the theatre early, it’s still selling out over a month after releasing! I’m so happy it’s doing so well, it’s a real crowd pleaser. I guess it really was Star Wars fans that were the problem after all. Good to know.… Expand

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SynapticAcidJan 9, 2020

Boring, predictable, and preachy, with insufficient backstory to make you care or hate any of the characters or understand their choices... with a Scooby Doo ending to boot (lazy storytelling and mediocre filmmaking) . I'll never get the 2+Boring, predictable, and preachy, with insufficient backstory to make you care or hate any of the characters or understand their choices... with a Scooby Doo ending to boot (lazy storytelling and mediocre filmmaking) . I'll never get the 2+ hours of my life back that I wasted watching this film.… Expand

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Morty_McFlayJan 8, 2020

A thoroughly entertaining return to form for the whodunit starring a stellar ensemble cast guided by the masterful direction of Rian Johnson. (If you’re one of those Star Wars fanboys who immediately disregard this man because he “ruined StarA thoroughly entertaining return to form for the whodunit starring a stellar ensemble cast guided by the masterful direction of Rian Johnson. (If you’re one of those Star Wars fanboys who immediately disregard this man because he “ruined Star Wars,” this guy directed Looper and some of the best Breaking Bad episodes.) Not a single weak link in the cast. The only flaw I have is that the big reveal is just a smidge underwhelming and delivered in a slightly uninteresting way. Notice, I said “smidge” and “slightly.” Both those things are still solid, but compared to how well polished the rest of the film is, it sticks out. That’s a good sign for the rest of the movie.… Expand

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swingJan 7, 2020

Kept my attention in spurts, but one of the dumbest movies of the year. Tried to make it like Clue, the board game. But was silly from start to finish. I did like Marta, the Paraguay nurse. She was adorable.

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eagleeyevikingJan 5, 2020

"Knives Out" is a terrifically written and unpredictable murder mystery that highlights the talent of not only Rian Johnson, but also the entire cast, particularly Ana de Armas.

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DeanomiteJan 4, 2020

I don't generally like whodunnits, the paranoia of it all gives me a headache. This movie turns the whole genre upside down, in so doing becomes arguably the best example of it. Rian Joihnson tackled noir with Brick, SciFi/time travel withI don't generally like whodunnits, the paranoia of it all gives me a headache. This movie turns the whole genre upside down, in so doing becomes arguably the best example of it. Rian Joihnson tackled noir with Brick, SciFi/time travel with Looper and now whodunnits with this. He is forgiven for the turd that was his Star Wars entry.… Expand

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garmonboziaJan 4, 2020

Fresh deconstruction of a genre movie??? More like a political agenda dressed as a boring pastiche film with idiotic plot, weird acting and zero stakes. Matching puzzles to fit each other doesn't make a great picture. The most overhyped movieFresh deconstruction of a genre movie??? More like a political agenda dressed as a boring pastiche film with idiotic plot, weird acting and zero stakes. Matching puzzles to fit each other doesn't make a great picture. The most overhyped movie of the last year. I understand the critics ratings (because of the political agenda), but viewers? Do you really liked that pointless movie? (or paraphrasing Chris Evans from the movie - you ate that **** I'm not American, I live in Europe, I don't care about Star Wars (so I'm not one of those haters) so I watched that movie with no expectations. I didn't like it because it's a weak movie. For me its place is among films such as "Murder Mystery" with Sandler and Aniston (the most popular movie on Netflix in 2019 - Jesus!!! I lose my faith in people).… Expand

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ApolscJan 4, 2020

Well filmed, well acted, funny, engaging, overall one of the best movies of 2019 and the bestmystery murder movie in decades.

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BearpooJan 3, 2020

Poorly written and directed... Even good acting and good cinematography will not save this movie. It's just boring and unsatisfying... And the ending is just overkill. There's not much to say, just a bad movie.

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Jason_bJan 3, 2020

Light and fun plot. Well made. A little long. A handful of nothing characters. At least it’s not another Marvel CGI ride.

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SSH83Jan 3, 2020

The Last Jedi is made by the same writer/director? Something is afoot.
Rian's signature style is at full force. A simple, classic premise that is layered with quirky intrique. You're bombarded with curious red herring in between actualThe Last Jedi is made by the same writer/director? Something is afoot.
Rian's signature style is at full force. A simple, classic premise that is layered with quirky intrique. You're bombarded with curious red herring in between actual clues. While I agree that there are much better crime mysteries. Rian Johnson is really carving out his own style/sub-genre similar to what Tarantino did for himself.… Expand

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Bulletsponge69Jan 2, 2020

This is the absolute worst movie of 2019 . Don’t waste your time if you like believable characters or plot. The director swears he’s clever with this garbage; but it’s basically a CLUE movie to include the overacting and all. Daniel CraigThis is the absolute worst movie of 2019 . Don’t waste your time if you like believable characters or plot. The director swears he’s clever with this garbage; but it’s basically a CLUE movie to include the overacting and all. Daniel Craig pretends to be Foghorn Leghorn for several hours it is the absolute worst impression of southern accent I have ever seen.… Expand

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OlivierPielJan 2, 2020

A very pretentious, bloated film that is trying to be tongue in cheek while unsubtly pushing its moralistic "message" about immigration and resorting to the same trope as "Get out" about "white guilt".
The whodunnit is mostly boring, as inA very pretentious, bloated film that is trying to be tongue in cheek while unsubtly pushing its moralistic "message" about immigration and resorting to the same trope as "Get out" about "white guilt".
The whodunnit is mostly boring, as in all detective stories. The genius of Agatha Christie or Arthur Conan Doyle was to all so subtly question "Britishness" and its pragmatism, its empiricism and confront continental/French rationalism. It was the clash between Poirot or Holmes with the British police that made it so interesting. The social critique was secondary.
Here we are left with a vague, inaccurate and pretentious "Go game" parable and an ultimate moralistic rubbish "you won by having a good heart". PS: What I find very ironic is how this kind of movie makes fun about the hypocrisy of "white" liberals towards immigration, while I am sure Messrs James Bond guy, Captain America guy and consorts feel so smug and self-satisfied about this film... while probably having in their employ a few servants and modern serfs on meager wages toiling for them directly and indirectly.… Expand

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GollumwuwJan 1, 2020

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masscraftDec 31, 2019

THE slowest, most tediously boring and needlessly drawn out movie I've ever watched. The dialogue went on and on and on. Plot developed at a glacial pace. Never thought this stupendously overwrought pathetic attempt at intrigue would everTHE slowest, most tediously boring and needlessly drawn out movie I've ever watched. The dialogue went on and on and on. Plot developed at a glacial pace. Never thought this stupendously overwrought pathetic attempt at intrigue would ever end. The murder mystery genre is ruined for me forever.… Expand

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leewweDec 30, 2019

Great flick, funny dialogue and performances. Craig was very giving his all in this movie. Will recommend!

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BulgarianCriticDec 30, 2019

Yeah this was pretty ok to watch.Some of the scenes stretched out for too long but overall the acting was super(i mean from the entire cast can you expect anything less?)the mystery was alright and the comedy was ok.

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dunnyoneDec 30, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Is this a f---ing joke? 80% here, 90%+ on RT... this film is not smart. It reveals its plot in the first 10-20 minutes (the entire plot, no joke). Acting is terrible (cringe level) with endless talking and NONE of it is funny or entertaining. This Rian Johnson dude, keep him FAR away from films. He sucks.… Expand

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CinemaCrushDec 29, 2019

We've seen this before, many times. It was once called Clue, then it was done again quite brilliantly for it's time by Lumet. It was called Murder on the Orient Express that time around. This time, Rian Johnson gives you what he normally hasWe've seen this before, many times. It was once called Clue, then it was done again quite brilliantly for it's time by Lumet. It was called Murder on the Orient Express that time around. This time, Rian Johnson gives you what he normally has to offer. Something pro looking for the people that just can't do the new-wave of cinema. This is a great film for people that don't like when movies just end (and need something bluntly climactic), getting annoyed at the open endings of 'No Country For Old Men', 'There Will Be Blood', any Spring Breakers, etc etc... It might be stylized to the tune of a 2019 film, but just as in 'Brick', Johnson cannot for the life of him decide what kind of reality this takes place in. Is it ours? One might get the feeling that it's meant to be a hyper-realistic play on our reality with a little Hollywood action spice. Not a bad recipe if you do it right. Johnson does not do it right. This film, just like 'Brick' creates a reality that is surely having an identity crisis. Good angular editing with some imagery that is more so eye grabbing than it is specifically profound. Michael Shannon I feel is held back by the script. And Daniel Craig really could have pulled off something great if it wasn't so flat as a whole. I feel bad at the great work put in by some of these amazing actors, all falling flat on such a script. - Another relic re-birthed for a new generation. You might see it up for some hokey awards like the Oscars or Globes, ones that are televised and who's purpose is to rake in ratings (money). Alas it is too two dimensional to be winning things at Cannes or big time fests. This will be one of those films that will be on weekend non-cable channels all the time, in about 10 years. This is the type of movie I say might not be a waste of money, but it certainly won't cut the test of time. Go to Lumet for than. Rian Johnson; another swing and a miss!… Expand

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ZwiiZwiiDec 29, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. While I highly enjoyed the film I do feel that the films ending was too obvious from the beginning, Chris Evans played a wonderful actor within the film but you knew from his first scene that he was the killer. I just wish they had done something a little more unique with the death… Expand

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JPArenasDec 29, 2019

Excelente película, un guión sólido y con giros vertiginosos. No puedo creer que esta película fue escrita y dirigida por la misma persona que destruyó la trilogía de secuelas de Star Wars.

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marcmyworksDec 29, 2019

An enjoyable whodunnit that hopefully will create a resurgence in the genre. The cast is amazing, with Daniel Craig leading the charge as the charismatic Detective Benoit Blanc. My only reason for not giving full marks is I wish there hadAn enjoyable whodunnit that hopefully will create a resurgence in the genre. The cast is amazing, with Daniel Craig leading the charge as the charismatic Detective Benoit Blanc. My only reason for not giving full marks is I wish there had been a bit of suspense.… Expand

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cinemaquoteDec 29, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. the migration subtext in this movie is sheer idiocy. not even the stellar cast saves this crashed and sorry version of a whodoneit. the fake accents, the fake tans, the evident machinery and evidently the inapt director deliver such a sorry flick not even a film. a waste of the viewer's patience.… Expand

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RalfbergsDec 29, 2019

Great movie if you like murder mysteries and loved movies based on Agata Christie for example and such authors. Great cast too, has its funny moments, interesting throughout, one of best movies of second part of the 2019

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viroodiemDec 28, 2019

This film is an amazing illustration of a generation gap.

This "clue" type mystery is one that was worn out and beaten to death by the 70s and 80s but is something this current generation is completely unfamiliar with. Hence why so manyThis film is an amazing illustration of a generation gap.

This "clue" type mystery is one that was worn out and beaten to death by the 70s and 80s but is something this current generation is completely unfamiliar with. Hence why so many reviewers are fawning over this as "slick, clever, smart" etc Its simply a matter that they themselves have not seen this sort of film mystery.

However if you did live through those eras and saw these types of films you would see that all Knives out is is a poorly crafted and generic imitation of far better whodunit mysteries.

The characters are hollow caricatures with no depth. Casting was surprising but not for good reasons. Has beens like Jaime Lee Curtis and Don Johnson using the film trying to make a comeback, Mostly nobodies that you have never heard of, a few neverweres Like Shannon and the lead character you will think is just Miley Cyrus faking a Latino accent. Then there is Daniel Craig basically doing his best imitation of Frank Underwood minus the megalomania.

The biggest problem is that it is for all intents a Disney film in the sense that Disney influences abound, despite not being directly associated with the #EvilestCorporationOnEarth. From the presence of "Captain America" to being Written, directed and produced by Rian Johnson you begin to see that Disney influence. It is bland, depthless, bottom feeding cud that does nothing new, exhibits no originality and panders to the lowest common denominator for fear of producing something that wasn't predictable within the first 30 minutes.

Dont get me wrong, Ive spent far more time with far worse offerings but between being generic, derivative and predictable this is not an enjoyable thing to watch.… Expand

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Pop_RivettDec 28, 2019

A wonderful, unpredictable and often extremely funny twist on the old-fashioned whodunit mystery that blends old and new, and comedy and tension. Strongly reminiscent of classic British tea-and-biscuits murder mysteries (think MidsommerA wonderful, unpredictable and often extremely funny twist on the old-fashioned whodunit mystery that blends old and new, and comedy and tension. Strongly reminiscent of classic British tea-and-biscuits murder mysteries (think Midsommer Murders, Death In Paradise or any of the myriad Agatha Christie adaptations) with a memorable victim, a massive inheritance, a stately home full of suspects with motives that emerge piece by piece, capped off by Daniel Craig's quirkily New Orleans-ish accented consulting detective Benoit Blanc and Ana de Armas' wide-eyed and innocent-seeming undocumented migrant nurse Marta Cabrera. The old-fashioned stately home and the traditional battle for the inheritance sits very neatly alongside up-to-the-minute concerns such as attitudes towards migrants and teenagers tweeting alt-right memes from the toilet.

It's hard to give a proper review of a whodunit without giving away too much, suffice to say that from very early on in the film we shift from trying to figure out who they are and what they dun to wondering if they can get away with what they dun, a welcome twist on what could have been a highly orthodox mystery plot.

An absolute blast of a film.… Expand

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heloheDec 27, 2019

Another proof that Rian Johnson knows exactly what he is doing and he succeeds in whichever genre he takes on. When I saw the trailer I thought this is meh, but then when I saw the actual movie, I realized how amazing it is.
We could have hadAnother proof that Rian Johnson knows exactly what he is doing and he succeeds in whichever genre he takes on. When I saw the trailer I thought this is meh, but then when I saw the actual movie, I realized how amazing it is.
We could have had something amazing like this as well for Star Wars: Rise of Skywalker if Rian Johnson would have been directing it again, but instead we got the J.J. Abrams mess, as if the first one would not have been a warning to not use Abrams for anything anymore.
I wish Rian Johnson all the best for his future projects. I am quite sure I will see all of them.… Expand

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rdxwidowDec 27, 2019

Amazing movie. Daniel Craig is a brilliant actor, Ana de Armas too. They completely owned the whole movie.

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kozel1Dec 27, 2019

Let the mystery begin! When you sit down you kinda know what to expect if you watched the trailer, but at the same time you have no idea what's going to happen next. Whenever a question is answered in the story, another one right away arise.Let the mystery begin! When you sit down you kinda know what to expect if you watched the trailer, but at the same time you have no idea what's going to happen next. Whenever a question is answered in the story, another one right away arise.
The story gives you the classic "this is my main suspect" phenomena to pick your guilty party when you conduct your own "investigation" during the dialogues, but obviously you can't be sure if you're right or wrong. Cleverly giving out clues during the story progression makes you realize that you may be wrong all along.
I can't remember a period during the movie when I didn't have to pay attention. Everything the characters say and do on screen, adds up to the greater picture.
Great cast and performance from all the actors involved. Excellent entertainment for 2 hours. Well written, great directing along with great music. If you want something different, I highly recommend to check this one out.… Expand

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zacharyhasDec 26, 2019

A decent whodunnit with a stellar cast of characters. I had some issues with the film overall but it's very much worth a watch, I don't think it has as much bite as Rian Johnson's previous works such a Looper, Brick or The Last Jedi

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JoeCoolDec 26, 2019

Knives Out is really good. It's an intriguing and fun whodunnit. Well acted, the plot is a bit farfetched but it still turns out rather well. One of the better movies of the year. I'd give it an 8.5 if I could, but I'm gonna go with a 9Knives Out is really good. It's an intriguing and fun whodunnit. Well acted, the plot is a bit farfetched but it still turns out rather well. One of the better movies of the year. I'd give it an 8.5 if I could, but I'm gonna go with a 9 because it was really, really entertaining.… Expand

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miccaelDec 24, 2019

Well. It's good movie, no doubt. very nice shots, well acted and nice work overall, but some writing was kind of lousy, few characters weren't even a real characters. Half way in you know whole story, and so does detective. So you areWell. It's good movie, no doubt. very nice shots, well acted and nice work overall, but some writing was kind of lousy, few characters weren't even a real characters. Half way in you know whole story, and so does detective. So you are watching a slow car crash because you know the "murderer" already.… Expand

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ZZBEARDec 22, 2019

meh, not a complete waste of time like his Starwars floater but still an just an OK meh smirk movie.

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Compi24Dec 3, 2019

Rian Johnson follows up his hotly contested "Last Jedi" with the smaller, yet undeniably more efficient and enjoyable "Knives Out," a "murder mystery" that lets you know very quickly what it's trying to do to the sub-genre, the conventionsRian Johnson follows up his hotly contested "Last Jedi" with the smaller, yet undeniably more efficient and enjoyable "Knives Out," a "murder mystery" that lets you know very quickly what it's trying to do to the sub-genre, the conventions therein, and the audience's understanding of all of the above. As was often present in the unquestionably joyous conversation surrounding his "Star Wars" flick, Rian Johnson's affinity for "subverting expectations" can sometimes spell trouble for moviegoers. This time around, though, I feel that each development and event is more warranted, considering the refreshingly original, "preconceived-notion-less" narrative in play. Implementing each twist only minutes after meeting this world and these characters makes total sense. Show the audience what they're in for early -- when they're impressionable -- and you have a better shot at keeping them along for the ride. And, man, what a ride it is. As far as sequences of events go, simply on paper, this has to be one of the most intricately constructed narratives of the year. And, as a screenplay, it's still particularly enthralling, even if it ventures a bit too far into "I'm a movie that takes place in the current year" land from time to time. In short, "Knives Out" is a massive pendulum swing in the right direction for me when it comes to Rian Johnson and the movies I want to see him craft.… Expand

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Xe1988naDec 22, 2019

Thank you Mr Rian Johnson for 2 hours of pure estetic beauty! Every scenes deserves to become a wallpaper and this awesome feeling of style! Definitely one of the best movie of the year!

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rpotter1000Dec 21, 2019

Really good time, excellent characters and story. Not as stylized as the trailers suggested (a good thing), but it still has a slightly elevated kind of classic yet modern whodunnit fun.

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fizzypop221Dec 21, 2019

Lately for the past few years i've been someone who has felt uninspired and uninterested in movies to the point where i don't bother going to the cinema unless i'm dragged there by a friend, but Rian Johnson has restored my faith in movies. ILately for the past few years i've been someone who has felt uninspired and uninterested in movies to the point where i don't bother going to the cinema unless i'm dragged there by a friend, but Rian Johnson has restored my faith in movies. I was so impressed with his work on The Last Jedi so i decided to see Knives Out. It surpassed all expections. I was completely engaged the whole time, i felt like i was experiencing everything unfold right along with the characters. Also, I think it was an important movie in todays world. There are so many people that cling to their racism and xenophobia and hate and people need to realize how it affects innocent people who are human just like us. THANK YOU Rian Johnson. Your passion and love that goes into your movies is SEEN and appreciated. Its so human and thats why it connects so well with me. I plan on seeing it again tomorrow.… Expand

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RatedRexDec 20, 2019

First 90 minutes were outstanding. It ended with a whimper. Still worth a look.

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paychickDec 19, 2019

A lot of fun. Daniel Craig is chewing the scenery, but the accent - oh, the accent, is glorious. The house is its own character and plays a large part in the story. Confusing near the end when the detective lays out the entire case becauseA lot of fun. Daniel Craig is chewing the scenery, but the accent - oh, the accent, is glorious. The house is its own character and plays a large part in the story. Confusing near the end when the detective lays out the entire case because it just moves so fast it loses the audience a bit, but will watch again when it comes to streaming services (with the subtitles on).… Expand

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MattBrady99Dec 18, 2019

“This case is like a donut
with a hole
in the middle of a donut hole. Actually, it's a donut within a donut's hole.” ‘Knives Out’ subverted my expectations...in a good way. A smartly written whodunit movie that manages to be both humorous“This case is like a donut
with a hole
in the middle of a donut hole.
Actually,
it's a donut within a donut's hole.”

‘Knives Out’ subverted my expectations...in a good way. A smartly written whodunit movie that manages to be both humorous and classy. The kind of murder mystery that never fails to entertain. Pleasing both cinephiles and mainstream audiences. Perfectly balance, as all things should be. It basically pulls a Hitchcock on us.

Rian Johnson is a great director, but at times has silly ideas. On the other hand, when given the right material I think he’s a great director and writer. He’s also a clever man, but never came off as annoying. The dialogue was so sharply written that I could tell the cast loved every minute of soaking up and delivering these lines. The cinematography was nothing short but beautiful and will often linger in rooms of the house which helps the audience immerse in the overall setting.

One of the tightest scripts of the year with raw humor and a satisfying mystery/comedy.

The cast is stellar, but the main stand outs for me were Daniel Craig, Ana de Armas, and Chris Evans. I loved Daniel Craig’s Southern drawl which I didn’t expect at first, but I was amazed of how far he went for it. Often times it reminded me of Frank Underwood from ‘House of Cards’. He plays detective Benoit Blanc, AKA CSI: KFC. At one point during the movie he delivers one of the funniest monologues in the entire movie, which was brilliantly delivered by Craig. He should seriously try out more comedy roles.

Dose anyone remember when Ana de Armas starred in Eli Roth’s ‘Knock Knock’? Well look at her now. She was absolutely excellent in this movie. The running joke throughout the entire movie is her character can’t lie and whenever she dose, she vomits on the spot. How ironic, yet I love the comedic irony behind it.

Chris Evans plays a spoiled child with a slimy grin during the worst situations. The over privilege black sheep of the family. This is very against type for Evans, especially when his character hates dogs, which I would imagine being difficult for Evans since he’s a dog lover in real life. Also the different sweaters he wears in every scenes was impeccable.

The rest of the cast manage to shine individually in this crowded movie. Although at times some of them felt like background wall paper compared to others. However that never takes away from what else ‘Knives Out’ has to offer.

Toni Collette dose a great impression of Gwyneth Paltrow. Michael Shannon plays a wimpy son to a crime-writer Harlan Thrombey (Christopher Plummer). Despite the small screen time, Plummer is still charming as always. While Jamie Lee Curtis and her character brings the dramatic elements into play. She’s uninterested in the humorous quarrel during the grim situation, as early on she reminds everyone that her father just died.

Judging it as a whodunit mystery, the pay off itself is slick. The events leading to the death are revealed early into the movie, and instead Johnson remains steps ahead from the audience. There’s an underlining social commentary beneath the foul play. The themes of privilege and underprivileged with the sour taste of bitterness throughout. Nothing deep or new, but at least is trying to say something rather than being one thing.

Overall rating: My House. My Rules. My Coffee!!!… Expand

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mdlh89Dec 18, 2019

I can now forgive Rian Johnson for TLJ do to the fact he made a simple yet fun film.

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MarkHReviewsDec 17, 2019

In Writer/Director Rian Johnson’s “Knives Out,” the whole is less than the sum of its parts. But there are so many parts – actors, plot twists – that the whole thing still works, sorta.

Writer Johnson (“Brothers Bloom,” “Looper,” “StarIn Writer/Director Rian Johnson’s “Knives Out,” the whole is less than the sum of its parts. But there are so many parts – actors, plot twists – that the whole thing still works, sorta.

Writer Johnson (“Brothers Bloom,” “Looper,” “Star Wars: The Last Jedi”) clearly has taken delight in creating a puzzle box of a movie that’s filled with twists, turns, ambiguities and misunderstandings. To celebrate his 85th birthday, Harlan Thrombey (Christopher Plummer) invites his extended family to a celebration at his estate. But wait: nearly everybody has just been cut out of the will. In a staggeringly unpredictable development, by the end of the evening, Thrombey is dead. The subsequent investigation is complicated by the fact that most members of Thrombey’s family seem both loathsome and self-absorbed enough to have done the deed. The only exception to this pageant of narcissism is Marta, Thrombey’s nurse/caregiver/friend, who apparently would have to take a demotion to become Mother Teresa. Complications ensue. The game is afoot. Other clichés follow.

These convolutions are examined and explored by private detective Benoit Blanc (Daniel Craig), whose keen mind will leave no stone unturned and whose Southern accent will leave no syllable undrawled. One character even questions whether this is “CSI: KFC.” It’s all great fun.

Director Johnson has at his disposal an embarrassment of riches. In addition to Craig, Jamie Lee Curtis, Michael Shannon, Don Johnson, Chris Evans and Toni Collette are all elegant pieces on this three-dimensional chess board. Frank Oz even takes a break from breathing life into Miss Piggy and Fozzie Bear to portray a reasonably life-like attorney. With so many of these actors playing against type, the pleasure they all take in this enterprise is almost palpable. However, it’s Ana de Armas (“Blade Runner 2049,” “War Dogs”) as Marta who most fully commands attention. De Armas will next be seen alongside Craig in the 2020 James Bond installment “No Time to Die.” Get used to seeing her. She’ll be in at least four major films next year.

What doesn’t work in this film is the tone. For the most part, the film strives to be a worthy installment in the tradition of the Agatha Christie who-dunnit genre, a goal at which it generally succeeds. However, there also is enough time spent burnishing the image of the “new immigrant” and chronicling the evils of the entitled – both themes explored repeatedly, repetitively, repetitiously, redundantly – that the detective story sometimes stalls a little. Is this social commentary or farcical fun?

On the whole, though, this is entertainment that’s worth your time, if only to see Daniel Craig temporarily trade in his medium dry martini, shaken not stirred, for a mint julip.… Expand

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ckeppnerDec 16, 2019

This is the absolute must-see mystery of the year. It offers some of the best acting, suspense, and outright FUN of any movie this year. The plot never "hides" aspects of the story in order to pull of a big (unearned) reveal - it gives youThis is the absolute must-see mystery of the year. It offers some of the best acting, suspense, and outright FUN of any movie this year. The plot never "hides" aspects of the story in order to pull of a big (unearned) reveal - it gives you everything you need to figure it out yourself, while still keeping you guessing. Laugh-out-loud funny and edge-of-your-seat suspenseful, this is a complete joy.… Expand

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GuseMarDec 16, 2019

годный фильм. смешно и загадочно. советую

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BerikDec 16, 2019

Funny, exciting and intriguing. Knives Out is about solving the murder of Harlan, a successfull fiction writer who's wealth only seemed to increase the gap between him and his family. When he is found one morning with his throat cut, a murderFunny, exciting and intriguing. Knives Out is about solving the murder of Harlan, a successfull fiction writer who's wealth only seemed to increase the gap between him and his family. When he is found one morning with his throat cut, a murder mystery unfolds.

To keep it short: The movie is very funny, with many different intriguing characters that all seem to have a reason to dislike Harlan, and Daniel Craig portrays a funny private detective that has a nose for people and their intensions.

I really liked the movie! I was thoroughly entertained, laughed a lot and i can recommend it to other people. I give it a 9/10.… Expand

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kirkenderDec 14, 2019

I have so much love for Rian Johnson films that it was inevitable that I would really enjoy Knives Out. And I did! It's one of the funniest whodunits that's been crafted. The performances are superb. The only real problem is its quiteI have so much love for Rian Johnson films that it was inevitable that I would really enjoy Knives Out. And I did! It's one of the funniest whodunits that's been crafted. The performances are superb. The only real problem is its quite bloated, at 2 hours 10 minutes, it really stretches a plot out a few twists too many. If it was a crisp 95 minutes it would have been my favorite movie of the year. The extra content doesn't ruin the movie, and its vastly entertaining, but brevity always makes whodunits shine brighter.… Expand

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theredskyDec 13, 2019

If I were to briefly describe Knives Out, then it would be constantly engaging and entertaining. If you were not a big fan of The Last Jedi then I urge you to check this film out and see that Rian Johnson is a more capable director when he isIf I were to briefly describe Knives Out, then it would be constantly engaging and entertaining. If you were not a big fan of The Last Jedi then I urge you to check this film out and see that Rian Johnson is a more capable director when he is working on his own. It’s a film with issues that are minor and were the only issues I had with the film. The film does have some political subtext to it which I liked but there were some areas where it was a little on the nose. It didn’t take me out of the movie but I wished it had been handled a little better. This movie has a bunch of A-list actors and they all bring their A-game. Every performance in this movie is pretty great but Daniel Craig, Chirs Evans, and Ana de Armas steal every scene they are in. It can be a little hard to get used to Craig’s heavy southern drawl at first but you eventually get used to it. Chris Evans is a nice counterweight to everyone’s craziness. I felt he was one of the funniest characters in the movie except for one joke. Ana de Armas is a great protagonist to follow throughout the film along with Daniel Craig. All 3 of them disappear into their roles and portray their characters almost perfectly. It’s a great redemption film for Chris Evans from Red Sea Diving Resort. The script is pretty great. There are tons of clues hidden beneath each line of dialogue and it all feels very natural. This allows for Johnson’s comedic writing to shine. He is able to cleverly insert jokes that most of the time are pretty hilarious. The reason the comedy didn’t work that well in The Last Jedi for me was that it felt forced and didn’t always align well with the tone but the comedy shines here because it fits the film’s tone perfectly. While not every joke is hilarious, a majority of them are. The jokes that go along with certain characters fit their character pretty well. Some of the funniest lines in the movie are delivered by Michael Shannon and Daniel Craig because the jokes they tell perfectly fit their characters. The story is fairly simple but Rian Johnson throws a lot of simple twists throughout that makes it feels unique. The film decides to reveal what actually happened to the victim halfway through the film and it turns into a cover up which then progresses to a pretty major twist that I never saw coming but felt necessary and made sense to the narrative. The music was also pretty good. It added tension and was interesting to listen to while the events unfolded. Overall, Knives Out is a great murder mystery with great performances, a great script, hilarious jokes, and some interesting twists.… Expand

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alejandro970Dec 12, 2019

One of best choices of Fall 2019. An irresistible cast and an original script are enough to build a murder mystery plot with some smell to Agatha Christie. Wraps up the viewer since first minutes for picking up all the traces and find theOne of best choices of Fall 2019. An irresistible cast and an original script are enough to build a murder mystery plot with some smell to Agatha Christie. Wraps up the viewer since first minutes for picking up all the traces and find the culprit. A must to see.… Expand

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