Owen Wilson, the famous COMEDY guy, stars in this almost surreal thriller-drama about a different kind of serial killer who travels along the country to pick up innocent victims and poison them for their soul defects and obvious unhappiness.
As you could suggest, Wilson is the highlight here. The storyline is very deep, but it never manages to top his impressive performance. The guy should do more drama. I never knew he was that talented until The Minus Man. Considering Wilson's undoubtedly successful career as a comedian, this movie is his art moment and it's not that famous. Too bad, because it's been almost 10 years and Wilson hasn't made anything like that. What a pity.
Anyway, the storyline is indeed very deep and thoughtful, full of things you can't understand or apprehend at the moment. It requires second viewing although the "experience" element won't be there. It's a very emotional ride, but if you insist on receiving explanations for everything, you'd better avoid The Minus Man and pick up something like Ridley Scott's Hanibal. This movie is definitely not for everyone.
I guess I could call it innovative since Wilson's character is one of a kind serial killer. He says "I feel like a light in the dark, they come to me like moths, because I shine". Vann is intelligent, quiet and friendly. He is the perfect "Good guy" who simply can't be suspicious. This is some terrific writing. I've never watch such a simple, yet incredibly complex killer-thriller.
The Minus Man is highly recommended. Perfect dark, psychological thriller with almost no flaws, splendid music tone and high class acting.
As you could suggest, Wilson is the highlight here. The storyline is very deep, but it never manages to top his impressive performance. The guy should do more drama. I never knew he was that talented until The Minus Man. Considering Wilson's undoubtedly successful career as a comedian, this movie is his art moment and it's not that famous. Too bad, because it's been almost 10 years and Wilson hasn't made anything like that. What a pity.
Anyway, the storyline is indeed very deep and thoughtful, full of things you can't understand or apprehend at the moment. It requires second viewing although the "experience" element won't be there. It's a very emotional ride, but if you insist on receiving explanations for everything, you'd better avoid The Minus Man and pick up something like Ridley Scott's Hanibal. This movie is definitely not for everyone.
I guess I could call it innovative since Wilson's character is one of a kind serial killer. He says "I feel like a light in the dark, they come to me like moths, because I shine". Vann is intelligent, quiet and friendly. He is the perfect "Good guy" who simply can't be suspicious. This is some terrific writing. I've never watch such a simple, yet incredibly complex killer-thriller.
The Minus Man is highly recommended. Perfect dark, psychological thriller with almost no flaws, splendid music tone and high class acting.