Fincher’s Finest 2 hours 38 minutes.
The Girl with the Dragon tattoo tells the story of journalist Mikael Blomkvist (Daniel Craig) who is invited to stay with Henrik Vagner (Christopher Plummer) to solve a 40 year old murder case. Blomkvist is aided in the case by Lisbeth Salander (Rooney Mara), a brilliant young computer hacker. The pair end up staying on an island owned by the Vagner family. The whole of the Vagner family live on this island apart from one, Harriet the girl who was murdered 40 years ago.
Directed by David Fincher from a script written by Steven Zaillian, based on the hugely popular novel of the same name written by Stieg Larsson.
The film starts with a title sequence that looks like a more disturbing and dark version of a James Bond opening which I personally loved, it set the tone for the rest of the film brilliantly. Director Fincher described it as “A sort of primordial sort of tar and ooze of the subconscious… sort of her nightmare”
The cinematography was outstanding and some of the establishing shots were beautiful. Snow covered Sweden. Direction was flawless and the acting, dare I say it Daniel Craig’s finest performance? I think so. Rooney Mara is simply outstanding, one of the best actresses I have seen in a long, long time.
A few things to consider though: The film does contain some very graphic sexual scenes that some people may be upset by. (I feel like I have to say that). You are introduced to a lot of characters during the film and you may get a bit confused with all the names, but by the end of the film everything makes sense. The film will keep you gripped till the very end, even when the case is solved (if it gets solved that is) the story and Lisbeth’s journey will keep you gripped till the credits start to role.
As for the Oscars? If this does not win best soundtrack, best direction and best actress, I will not be happy. It really does deserve all 3, and probably best picture too.
Overall The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo is a genius piece of filmmaking and is essential viewing for everybody.
The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo – 5/5
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