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^^^Synopsis^^^
The film is based on Dan Brown’s international bestseller, hence the name “THE DA VINCI CODE”. The novel really comes alive in this film and is portrayed brilliantly by Academy Award winning director Ron Howard. The plot focuses on symbolist Robert Langdon (Tom Hanks) and cryptologist Sophie Neveu (Audrey Tautou) as they embark on a exhilarating quest to unravel a bizarre murder mystery that takes them from the Louvre in Paris (where the murder took place) to many churches and locations in London. The secret they are trying to uncover is being hidden by a mysterious ancient Catholic society, dubbed “The Priory of Sion”. Little do Langdon and Neveu know that this secret is so powerful it could shake the very foundations of the church and mankind.
Trust me… you don’t want to miss this.
^^^Opinion^^^
The film was a really great watch and had some seriously spine chilling and thrilling moments. It has everything a murder mystery needs: a dramatic murder, several codes and anagrams and some really sinister characters and especially allows for lots of audience participation as you yourself can try to uncover the secret. I thoroughly enjoyed the film throughout and can’t really say there were any boring moments as it was very gripping and exciting. I do recommend adding the film to your collection if you haven’t already as it is worth the watch and even if you have read the book and know the story I am sure you will
find it very satisfying as what you pictured in your head comes onto the big screen, it may even allow you to see it and some characters in a different perspective. Also as it has not stuck to the novel page by page you may find some interesting sub plots and events.
I appreciate that many out there may not be satisfied with the film and may be slightly prejudiced from the off as it may contain material, especially for someone who is strongly religious, that you may find offensive, which of course is expected, but I urge you to try and feel open minded and realise that no one is claiming this is the truth and to enjoy the cleverly structured mystery as it unfolds.
I always have enjoyed mystery films that do permit a certain amount of audience participation and give you some time to solve puzzles, anagrams and codes etc. until the characters in the film break them. This film certainly allows for this participation and gives members of the audience a good chance to try and work these out. I personally find this a very nice touch and is for me, unquestionably very enjoyable. Therefore I strongly recommend the film to anyone, like me, who enjoys trying to solve the mystery as the film progresses, likes to see all the pieces come together at the end and anyone who enjoys watching a first-class thrilling murder mystery.
^^^Acting^^^
The acting in the film was equally as thrilling. Tom Hanks as always was superb and gives the film a whole new realistic dimension to what ordinarily would be a very unrealistic motion picture. Tautou does a good job as the leading lady. Expect a fantastic performance from Sir Ian McKellen. There is also a nice cameo by Ian McKellen’s servant in the film. I have to say though the one acting performance particularly does stand out and on its own brings a chilling sinister edge to the film. Paul Bettany’s (Wimbledon) performance as Silas was breathtaking and it strongly enhances the effect of the film and thrill received from watching it.
To sum up, the acting in the film is exceptional and the film would really struggle without it. I thoroughly enjoyed most of the performances.
^^^Film Summary^^^
The film is a really exhilarating experience and I am sure you will enjoy trying to unravel the tightly bound secrets and mysteries throughout the film. I wonder, can you solve the Da Vinci Code before Langdon and Neveu? Definitely worth a look and at such cheap prices these days, why not add it to your collection?
^^^DVD Package^^^
The DVD is well presented and the front cover is to be honest a little corny, with Langdon and Neveu looking curiously in the same pose and direction. Although a nice touch to the cover is that the background is made up of lots of numbers and letters representing the presence of code the film. As for the back it is standard with information on length, special features, runtime, cast and synopsis etc. A nicely presented DVD.
^^^Special Features^^^
• Interactive movie menu • Interesting moving picture background to the menu • Subtitles (English, Czech, Dutch, Hindu and Italian) • Scene Selection • Movie Trailer • Multiple Languages (English, Czech and Italian)
^^^Picture and Sound Quality^^^
The picture quality was brilliant. The film was shot on 35mm film with a high quality camera and offers an aspect ratio of 2.35:1 which is very good. The quality to be perfectly honest is faultless and the cinematography is just as good and very creative. You are sure to notice and appreciate some brilliant shots in the film. As for the sound, Dolby Digital 5.1, it was also very good as far as sound goes although you do see a battery pack for a mic in one shot if you look carefully… whoops. I don’t often notice nor talk about the sound track but in this film it deserves a mention as it really gets you in the right mood and mindset for watching it and at times can be very thrilling, shocking and inspirational. It helps immensely when building mood, tension and atmosphere in this film and therefore I have to applaud the composers. I am not sure though if you bought the sound track it would be as good as you probably need the visual stimulation in order to feel the correct emotions that are being put forward by the film. In conclusion especially impressive picture and sound quality.
^^^DVD Summary^^^
The DVD presentation is in some parts corny but generally good and the DVD has the standard special features therefore it reasonably good.
^^^Price & Availability^^^
Amazon.co.uk: £5.98 34 Used/New from: £4.99 eBay.co.uk: Avg. Buy it Now - £7 23 New (Buy it now)
^^^Technical Details^^^
Certificate: 12 Duration: 142 mins Year of Release: 2006 Genre: Drama, Mystery, Thriller DVD Release: 2006 Aspect ratio: 2.35:1 Region: 2 Number of Discs: 1
Director(s): Ron Howard Writer(s): Akiva Goldsmen (screenplay), Dan Brown (Novel).
Production Year: 2002 - Thriller - Director: Bharat Nalluri, Rob Bailey, Andy Wilson - Original Language: English - Classification: 15 years and over - Starring: Matthew MacFadyen, Keeley Hawes, David Oyelowo, Peter Firth, Jenny Agutter, Lisa Faulkner
Thriller - Original Language: English - Classification: 15 years and over - Starring: Timothy West, Neil Morrissey, Tara Fitzgerald, Annette Crosbie, Pauline Quirke, Rob Brydon, Denise Van Outen, John Thomson, Kevin Whately, David Suchet
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Advantages: A good story from the Brown Novel, great filming and good cast Disadvantages: Not outstanding acting, slightly erratic at times, lots of information in short space of time
reevo_the_great 07.11.2008 (08.11.2008)
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Advantages: Exciting Story, Explores many historical and religious themes Disadvantages: Lacking in Characterisation, Suspense and Plot Structure
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readalittlereadalot 17.06.2007 (17.06.2007)
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Advantages: Good mix of drama/action/suspense and plot explanation, entertaining enough to keep you watching Disadvantages: Not for the squeamish, subject may offend or bore, may seem far-fetched, subtitles
IzzyS 21.09.2008 (21.09.2008)
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