I haven't seen Klute in a while, but it's a terrific film. As good as Fonda was, I was really impressed with Donald Sut
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felstein — 14 years ago(April 18, 2011 06:48 PM)
A stunning movie, made back in the days when filmmakers actually strove for art. Everything in the film works: The acting, the writing and character development, the visual compositions and cinematography, the sound design, the music. Wow!
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franzkabuki — 14 years ago(July 05, 2011 05:35 PM)
Its not a flawless film - at times its a little too self consciously insisting and provocative in its depiction of the new, more "liberated" times - but the two final scenes just manage to push it over the brink to greatness. Cioffis monologue about how he does not consider himself an evil man is simply stunning - and scary - and the final departure, leaving behind a stripped apartment likewise. Perfect note to go out on.
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GuyOnTheLeft — 12 years ago(August 14, 2013 01:00 AM)
This is an insightful comment. The monologue pushed it up from an eight to a nine for me; and just in general it is the latter portion of the film where it really picks up speed.
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asktheages — 13 years ago(July 07, 2012 12:55 PM)
I guess I might commit suicide by being overwhelmed with the sadness of the fact that Gordon Willis will never shoot another picture again oh, I'm stretching. I have no idea what that guy was on about.
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sirjeremy — 13 years ago(September 01, 2012 03:07 PM)
My God, yes. Just rewatched it for the first time in about 15 years and I found it utterly mesmerising. I particularly liked the score - so unique and fitting. I can 't remember the last time I saw a contemporary film as daring and unsettling as this.
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geoffrey-jackson — 13 years ago(October 01, 2012 07:46 PM)
One of the best movies I've seen in a long, long time. First saw it in a cinema when it first came out. Couldn't remember much of course. Was way too young to appreciate it in the first place.
What I like in particular about this movie is how it was pitched by a mature cast and crew to a mature audience. Interesting story, well directed and great acting.
They don't get much better than this.
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first-things-first — 12 years ago(August 27, 2013 04:10 PM)
I loved the characters and understood their choices when backed up against the wall. Bree running from her heart and John listening to his and not afraid to go for her.
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sillyspaghetti — 11 years ago(July 30, 2014 06:16 PM)
I'm afraid I wasn't, sadly. And I love Donald Sutherland. I was just completely and utterly bored to the point where I couldn't even get half way. I'm pleased that so many of you have enjoyed it though as it wouldn't do for us all to like the same things.
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Errington_92 — 11 years ago(August 25, 2014 10:07 AM)
Klute
was an engaging drama. It can be argued
Klute
had a predictable narrative in terms of the investigation plot, however the chemistry between Fonda and Sutherland was outstanding. As a result, I was invested in their characters, which is an aspect that makes any film great.
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spookyrat1 — 11 years ago(September 05, 2014 04:54 PM)
It can be argued Klute had a predictable narrative in terms of the investigation plot
Well yesthis is a small, typically noir type case beginning with a missing person, but rather unconventionally Pakula chooses to reveal the murderer less than half way through the film. The dynamic between the two leads is what keeps the film on target, particularly Fonda's acting virtuosity. Sutherland wisely leaves centre stage to her, with his nicely understated performance as the small town, innocent detective methodically and patiently plying his craft in the big city. The voyeuristic visual style developed between Pakula and Gordon Willis, enhanced by Michael Small's noteworthy soundtrack still seem quite unique over 40 years later.
The film stands as a very fine legacy to Alan Pakula and a constant reminder of Jane Fonda's acting prowess.