It's been an hour ago since I've seen this movie. Brilliant actors, magnificent cinematography and a very intense, creepy, dark film
and I love it. I still don't get it, but what the heck. That's what makes it stand out; it makes you think and creeps you in a very absurd way.
I was in my normal movie mood day when I saw this DVD in blockbuster and to my surprise, it was a treasure.
Eddie Redmayne (Alex) is a fine actor who doesn't need an Oscar to be remembered. His facial expressions and subtle performance in this work of art are good reasons why this film is one of my favorites to date. The headmaster's (Patrick Malahide) and Alex's confrontation scene is staggering; the acting tremendously surpasses the dialogue between Father and son.
Toni Collete is a fine actress but she's okay in this film. I guess, she gave what was called for in her character.
Like Eddie, Tom Sturridge found his niche in the entertainment scene in this film. He was the other half of the movie. His tenuous act in this movie is very evident in its entirety and a job well done for the makeup artist involved. His innocent-pale-boyish-appearance makes his character more believable and it wouldn't be realistic enough without the help of the staff and crew who made him the heartless and fearless Nigel.
Murderous Intent is a must see for audience who are tired of commercially-driven films. Nigel made a lifetime mark on Alex's life and so much so with the moviegoers 'coz I can get off this movie out of my mind. I need to see it again before the end of this week to figure out what really happened, when it happened and who did it.
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