Buried, a film I have wanted to see since September last year, and I was left feeling slightly let down. Ryan Reynolds plays the part of Paul Conroy, a contract truck driver working in Iraq. After being ambushed by locals, Paul wakes to find himself inside a wooden box, buried in the Iraqi desert.
As he searches his uncomfortable new surroundings, Paul discovers he has a lighter, a torch, a mobile phone and a flask of spirit in his possession. As the story goes on, you begin to get to know the people Paul talks with on the phone, including the Iraqi rebels who are demanding a huge ransom for his release, an American Terrorist worker with Simon Cowell's accent and the manager of Paul's company, who inevitably turns out to be the biggest fool in existance.
The most fascinating aspect of this film is that it never, I repeat NEVER leaves the coffin. A lot happens and there are other actors, however, they are limited to voice acting. This gives the viewer the opportunity to get stuck in the box along with Paul, and gives a great edge to the film.
On top of that, the fear, rage and pure annoyance you feel due to the lack of helpfulness and generally ignorant personalities of those who Paul contacts using the phone is brilliantly crafted.
Upon the conclusion, which I won't give away for those who haven't seen the film, I was left with a familiar feeling of not really knowing whether I enjoyed the film or not. There will be many critics who slate this film, but it should be noted that films like this are trying to take their place amongst Hollywood's elite.
I would say that Buried is defiently worth the watch, but I am unsure if I would watch it again. All round, good film, but it may be the twists and suprises that make it.
Thumbs up: 6.5/10
1 comment:
Ooooh great review! I indeed agree i wouldn't watch it again but it was a good watch! xxxx
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