Review of Chinatown

Chinatown (1974)
10/10
Polanski At His Best!
31 March 2012
Legendary Filmmaker Roman Polanski is At His Best in 'Chinatown', A Classic that's been hailed ever since it released way back in the 1970's. A Marvelous Motion-Picture!

Chinatown' Synopsis: A private detective investigating an adultery case stumbles on to a scheme of murder that has something to do with water.

'Chinatown' left me Spell-Bound, due to its Never-Ending Charm. A multi-layered story that is part mystery and part psychological drama, works from start to end. It's Unpredictable, Engrossing, Detailed & Shocking. Not for a single second, was I bored, its A Marvelous Motion-Picture, in all respects!

Original Screenplay by Robert Towne, Which Won an Oscar, is magnetic. Roman Polanski's Direction, like the film itself, is Unpredictable & Engrossing. He brilliantly guides you through this shocking journey, that unfolds with flourish. Cinematography, Editing, Art Design & Sound Mixing, are excellent.

Performance-Wise: Jack Nicholson is a delight to watch, as always. The GOD of Acting pitches in a superb performance, that's truly a pleasure to watch. Faye Dunaway delivers a heart-breaking, yet, beautiful performance, that leaves an haunting impact. John Huston is effortless. Perry Lopez is fantastic. John Hillerman is first-rate. Diane Ladd is good. Others lend very good support.

On the whole, 'Chinatown' is a Cinematic Jewel!!
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