Having recently watched the original Caine Mutiny, I was excited to see how such a strong cast and director could retell the story for a modern audience.
Right out of the gate, the pace of the movie was off. Cut scene to each witness, no time spend on any transition between them.
Then there's the scene with Lt Keefer. The original movie provided a clear understanding of his motives. In this one the Keefer and Maryk dynamic during the trial is not explored. No dots connected for the viewer, just a simple glazed over opportunity to develop the story.
The final scene left me puzzled. The message it sends is diminished from the takeaway of the original. Moral courage and fortitude are nowhere to be found. Maryk is made to be a one dimensional buffoon.
9/10 for the actors, 4/10 for the message and muddled delivery.
Right out of the gate, the pace of the movie was off. Cut scene to each witness, no time spend on any transition between them.
Then there's the scene with Lt Keefer. The original movie provided a clear understanding of his motives. In this one the Keefer and Maryk dynamic during the trial is not explored. No dots connected for the viewer, just a simple glazed over opportunity to develop the story.
The final scene left me puzzled. The message it sends is diminished from the takeaway of the original. Moral courage and fortitude are nowhere to be found. Maryk is made to be a one dimensional buffoon.
9/10 for the actors, 4/10 for the message and muddled delivery.