Quickie: THE GHOST WRITER
The Ghost Writer (2010)–****
Quickie Review
A ghostwriter hired to complete the memoirs of a Blair-esque former British prime minister discovers an international conspiracy behind the politician’s career. Atmospheric and genuinely suspensful, this tense, focused geopolitical thriller from Roman Polanski beats with the same heart of darkness that made his Chinatown a classic. Thanks to a subtle but intense lead performance from Ewan McGregor, we enjoy being led through the deceptively low-key mystery–right to the devastating final shot. And yes, it’s easily Polanski’s best film in decades. Also starring Pierce Brosnan, Tom Wilkinson, Timothy Hutton, and a brilliant Olivia Williams.
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