The script’s dialogue, including Brody’s gumshoe monologues, is decidedly old-fashioned, but it works because Porter’s a man out of time: a Bazooka bubble gum-chewing newspaper columnist. There seemed to be a better movie lurking within this one that never really came together and emerged. Stay on top of the latest breaking film and TV news! Brody’s sad, expressive eyes and distinct visage are perfect for Porter’s haggard countenance and flawed character. So the fact that I was able to enjoy 'Manhattan Night' as much I did in spite of him says a lot. Simon used to stage outrageous stunts and performance pieces, and captured everything on tape. FAQ He’s a family man, seemingly devoted to busy doctor Lisa (Jennifer Beals) and their two kids. It's fascinating, formulaic and full of intrigue but what's most seductive about this glossy thriller is its preoccupation with the peculiarities of its characters, its sense of style and the fact that it absolutely oozes atmosphere. Enter your location to see which movie theaters are playing Manhattan Night near you. Wasn't expecting much based on the reviews. High-powered acting talent in this neo-noir offering, Neo-Noir Mystery Has Good Suspense and Film Set-Ups. Himself and his family become endangered by his investigation but he cannot give up on the clues he uncovers to solve a mysterious murder. ENTER CITY, STATE OR ZIP CODE GO. Crime, drama, mystery... no action. Metacritic Reviews. An atmospheric neo-noir with Brody looking gloomy again. Watched this on demand tonight. Manhattan Night is a twisty thriller that somehow manages to surprise and entertain despite employing nearly every trope from film noir. (smile). Looking for movie tickets? Adrian Brody just has a certain something special in every movie he is in. DeCubellis overdoes his homage, however—the result is a second-rate potboiler. The scene feels so inorganic—and staged. "I'm always running to the place where the bad thing just happened, arriving just after the danger has passed, watching from a safe distance, searching for an angle, that little wrinkle, the kick to the heart that makes you want to put down the dollar and pick up the paper.". It stars Adrien Brody, Yvonne Strahovski, Jennifer Beals, Campbell Scott, Linda Lavin and Steven Berkoff. Like most movie goers, I read the reviews from others before making the decision to spend time watching a movie. This film tells a story of a successful investigative journalist, who has found things that even policemen did not find. To wit: There’s the past-his-prime hero, played by Adrien Brody as New York newspaper crime columnist Porter Wren. Some high-powered acting talent in this neo-noir offering. The conflict arises from a number of red herrings that involve Simon and Mr. Hobbs (Steven Berkoff), a billionaire media mogul who happens to be the new owner of Porter’s newspaper. A chance encounter with a beautiful stranger brings him to investigate the mysterious death of a film director, which unleashes a series of unexpected and tragic events. It fairly quickly turns into a disturbing darkness - as in somewhat uncomfortable to watch. Written and directed by Brian DeCubellis (in his first feature) and based on Colin Harrison’s 1996 novel Manhattan Nocturne, the film not only borrows stylistic elements from noir standard-bearers such as Double Indemnity and The Big Sleep, it combines them with touches of erotic whodunits such as Basic Instinct and Dressed to Kill. But I don't think you can see it, at least in the NYC area - it got here on a Thursday, I saw it on Monday, and it's leaving on Wednesday; 7 days exposure, and in only one theater. I make no bones about the fact that Adrien Brody is one of my least favorite actors working today. You can follow her on Twitter. Both characters share an obsessive nature, both get beaten up at least once and both do their best work at night in seedy places. Screenwriter-director Brian DeCubellis overdoes his … The mystery is somewhat engaging, despite an overabundance of plot contrivances. The film’s most interesting performance is one we only see in flashback. And it's all blended together exquisitely. And this is a movie with more than one naked Yvonne Strahovski scene. Sign up for our Festivals newsletter here. It is the best movie I have seen in a very long time. Adrien Brody was typically excellent, as was Jennifer Beals in a small part. I'll admit, this one's a little baffling. Manhattan Night from 2016 is now streaming on Amazon Video and other sources. Manhattan Night is a twisty thriller that somehow manages to surprise and entertain despite employing nearly every trope from film noir. Way better than what the reviews are saying. Add on that that Yvonne Strahovski is a candy for the eye. "Manhattan Night" has all of your usual noir clichés and a generally melancholy vibe, but it is far from a nail-biter. It’s such a tiresome angle, but par for the course with the old-school clichés that abound. I would categorize the movie as mystery/suspense. Jennifer Beals has a rather small part, as the wife of the main character Porter Wren (Adrien Brody). Whereas Jennifer Beals’ Lisa is just woefully underwritten as the dutiful wife, Strahovski’s Caroline is proffered as a sexually independent, strong-willed woman who uses men to get what she wants. Truth is this is a very interesting thriller with some great scenes, a good story ( though the ending is a bit 'softer' that I expected) and very good acting! The acting was excellent. “Manhattan Night” hits limited theaters and VOD this Friday, May 20. And for the small number of reviews (25 June 2016) it seemed worth tuning into. This very dark and erotic noir just contained too many incredulous and far-fetched plot elements for my liking. He introduces himself and his sad-sack tale through voiceover (naturally). Fandango helps you go back to the movies with confidence and peace of mind. Even though there is not much action the movie is enjoyable to watch. Enter your location to see which But after a second meeting at her apartment to discuss her husband’s death, he reaches the elevator only to realize he forgot his phone. Manhattan Nights has that feeling of classic film noir from the start. The strange relationship between husband and wife Caroline and Simon Crowley played by Yvonne Strahovski and Campbell Scott is not the average day-to-day relationship and this is what makes the movie interesting.

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