Gosford Park (2001)
In 1930s England, a group of pretentious rich and famous gather together for a weekend of relaxation at a hunting resort. But when a murder occurs, each one of these interesting characters becomes a suspect.
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This movie is the proof that the world is becoming a sick and dumb place
Disapointment
Great story, amazing characters, superb action, enthralling cinematography. Yes, this is something I am glad I spent money on.
By the time the dramatic fireworks start popping off, each one feels earned.
Disappointed . Too many cast very simple story with unusual mystery.
I don't understand why this film has such high ratings. It's ok but considering the ensemble cast it left a lot to be desired as far as the actual plot goes. I found it long winded and it had lots of unnecessary scenes and dialogue between characters that led to nothing and added nothing to the film plot. I was expecting a big reveal at the end but it was more a splutter. All in all if I had to describe this film in one word... disappointing!
Altman is at his best in this suberb mix of comedy, drama and mystery.Maggie Smith steals the film, but not effortlessly. There are terriffic performances from Helen Mirren, and Eileen Atkins in particular, but the cast all give fine performances
A great film, one of the few which can be seen many times, in which an Agatha Christie-like thriller mixes with personal drama, both above and below stairs, in a well-observed and authentically reproduced period setting.The only false note -- but a jarring one -- is in the miscasting of Steven Fry, that bonne à tout faire (do accept this expression, it's French, but international, you see, and appropriate for other reasons) of the entertainment industry, as Inspector Thompson. Fry seems to think he's in a kind of music hall gag, where he plays a caricature of a bumbling police inspector, half Clouseau and half English class distinction (milk into teacup after, not before, tea), and keeps reminding everyone of his name, as a tired joke. Watching performers such as Maggie Smith, or the excellent Eileen Atkins, as well as many other distinguished members of the cast, is always rewarding, but Fry's appearances are best glossed over as quickly as possible, as they reduce the film's quality. How Altman could have made this mistake is hard to understand.