In today’s streams of action and thriller films, Hanna is different. It transcends to the plot not by narration but by brilliant imagery. This film showcases the beauty of film making.
Hanna underwent intense home-schooling. Apart from being trained to be assassin, Hanna was intelligent. She knew the discoveries of science and the mysteries of literature. Thanks to Eric, her father, she was deprived from social interaction. Without any questions, she was determined to kill Marissa, an official whom Eric worked with.
You are not always plunged in through a series of action. But when it happens, it will leave you breathless. The fight scenes are something to look forward. They are well choreographed and you can sense gracefulness as it leads your eyes to amusement. I’ve started to appreciate steadicam on Joe Wright’s portrayal. The effect couldn’t have been achieve if a different technique was used.
The story progressed into action without depriving Hanna’s character. On the way of Hanna’s mission, she discovered a jolly family where she experience a bit to be a sister, modern technologies and nonsensical encounters with boys. She may have a cold-blooded face but her innocence shines in stirring moments.
At some point, the movie may leave ambiguity. In fact, you may say that it is plotless due to the lack of narrations and backstories. But the movie shots were so good that you can piece the puzzle altogether.
This review is futile without the praise for the soundtrack. The Chemical Brothers created both thrilling and enchanting score. It suited the ambience of the movie and it fits well in edited scenes. The action will surely be dry without these.
The viewer may love or hate the movie depending on their preferences of presentation: ambiguity or clarity. As for me, after watching the movie twice, I still have the same response: I want more.
Rating: ★★★★☆
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I saw this movie not too long ago myself, and I loved it. You’re absolutely right on the level of beauty and the soundtrack was incredible. I feel there’s not so much ambiguity in the film as it is very, very subtle and the details of the plot are not obvious, but rather like treats for the audience members who pay attention, and I love seeing that. It’s all too rare and a lot of fun for a person who thinks all the time about plot and why this is happening and what the purpose of that thing was and analyzing, analyzing, analyzing….
Of course, I realize that my analysis might be entirely off, because it is open to interpretation, but I like that even more, I think. You can work your own story into it, and maybe the director or someone else saw something entirely different.
The interactions with Hanna and the family, especially Sophie, were so endearing and hilarious. I was on the edge of my seat the whole time thinking, “Please don’t let anything bad happen to them, I couldn’t handle it!!”
I agree on wanting more, and it’s great to see someone else liked the movie as much as I did. Ugh. I must get the soundtrack!
That was the deal that some people didn’t like it. It was the paper-thin plot. As you have said, it’s open to different interpretation and that drives most people crazy and eventually hating it.
You’re right. Only those who pay attention in the film can savor the benefit.
Sophie was great. There was a moment where she had really stolen the spotlight. Also when the family started to sing was heartwarming.
About the soundtrack, I have been playing it before I saw the movie. When I heard the music on its trailer, I was starstruck. Until then, I was listening to “Container Park” all day. Ha ha
Sounds like a great thrill ride. I love Eric Bana – great actor.
You love Eric Bana? Good. There’s a treat for you. Wait till you see the subway fight with one long camera shot.
Its epic