I am renewing my interest in low budget movies. Also the first movies made by certain filmmakers. I am interested in their “starting points”. I want to see what they did “creatively” when they did not have a deep checkbook to draw from. These are the types of movies I need to learn more from as I move forth with my own endeavors.
I know everyone is streaming most of their movie viewing. However, there are titles not available that way at the moment. So for me it is worth the cost.
I had this movie in the Netflix DVD queue for a while.
It is the first movie by the Coen Brothers.
If you like their movies then you should make sure to see this. I do not know why it took me so long.
This movie is a great example of modern day film noir.
There is the influence of Alfred Hitchcock with the slow buildup of suspense and that slight twist when it is finally delivered.
Too many times in films (especially “Thrillers”) the opening act is “over spent” explaining the details and motivations of all the characters.
Coen Brothers drop you right into the story. You know “something is happening but what it is; is not exactly clear.” So you better just pay attention.
They slowly build up their story. It is methodical. Example, watch for the roadside of the farm field scene.
Another one from the movie had me saying “Look under the fish.” More than once.
Plus, the actor M. Emmet Walsh just brings it anytime you see him in a movie.
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