While not completely obvious from the trailers, Marta is the main character of the film. One was Marta Cabrera, played by Ana de Armas. My only gripe is that some of the true malicious individual’s plan is slightly convoluted, but to be honest, their plan and timeline still makes good sense after the truth has a little time to sink in.īesides poor Harlan Thrombey, Knives Out had three characters that really stood out to me in characterization, acting, and plot. Knives Out changes that structure in a few truly unexpected ways that keep the movie a fresh take for even the most die-hard mystery fans. Here is where the film’s unorthodox plot structure sets it apart from other movies, which usually follow a similar structure (character introductions, intrigue, escalation, and the murder’s reveal followed shortly by the climax). Additionally, the viewer likely finds himself rooting for someone they never would have expected. Odds are, you will be left in surprise how effectively the tragic events of Harlan’s death become clear. Knives’ Out entire script deserves praise, although I cannot discuss it much at all due to spoilers. As a bonus, the perspectives of each person cleanly spliced immediately after each other sometimes oppose each other to great comedic effect. As each characters’ possible motives and lies slowly come into view for the first time, the viewer is left to decide for themselves who is the least-unreliable narrator. Each character recollects their memory of the evening, building many different pictures of the party that at times wildly contradict each other while (of course) establishing their own innocence. The viewer quickly and effectively learns not only about each character but also the dynamics among them. The interviews are spliced between each other to great effect. A series of interviews with members of the household ensues, all of whom had gathered on that night for Harlan’s birthday party. A few days later, famed detective Benoit Blanc arrives. Harlan Thrombey, famed mystery writer and patriarch of the featured family, is found dead by the maid in the family mansion under circumstances that appear to be an open-and-shut suicide. Knives Out starts out strong with an excellent first 30 minutes. The movie has excellent comedy but stops short of being a full genre-blend. Knives Out is indeed a mystery film, but it separates itself from other mysteries from its plot structure (which I really cannot explain due to spoilers), excellent characterization, and unique feel. Knives Out is directed by Rian Johnson (at his very best here) and features a star-studded cast.
By the time the credits rolled, Knives Out had established itself well within my top three movies of the year. Having seen the preview sometime before, I was interested to see how the movie would turn out. Recently, I had the opportunity to see Knives Out in theaters with a friend.
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