This movie kept me hooked from the very beginning to the last scene. The atmosphere is mind-blowing, especially when watched during a winter night. The costumes felt very authentic and the cast did amazing job, especially Christian Bale as a detective and Harry Melling (who has become one of my favorite actors) as Edgar Allan Poe.
Another thing I must mention is the screenplay. The writers do not exaggerate the info-dumping and let the on-screen actions tell the story instead, which felt very natural. Some may complain about the runtime or the movie being boring. But although the opening is slow, it was necessary to build up the characters and establish a brilliantly twisted climax.
To me, "The Pale Blue Eye" seemed better than most other films of this genre that are being made by Hollywood these days.
Overall, I spent an enjoyable 2 hours and would recommend to anyone who is looking for a decent murder-mystery movie.
Another thing I must mention is the screenplay. The writers do not exaggerate the info-dumping and let the on-screen actions tell the story instead, which felt very natural. Some may complain about the runtime or the movie being boring. But although the opening is slow, it was necessary to build up the characters and establish a brilliantly twisted climax.
To me, "The Pale Blue Eye" seemed better than most other films of this genre that are being made by Hollywood these days.
Overall, I spent an enjoyable 2 hours and would recommend to anyone who is looking for a decent murder-mystery movie.