Putting aside my search for a good horror film to watch, I thought I'd give a new crime drama a try since I'd been watching a few from Europe, Russia and South America.
The Oak Room appeared on my radar and I was pleased to see it was Canadian.
What really stood out to me was the acting of everyone involved. That alone sold the movie, and it didn't hurt that the claustrophobic, snowed-in atmosphere, seen everywhere, was essentially another character.
To be fair, The Oak Room was a slow burn, but one which I didn't mind because it allowed the movie to breathe naturally, letting you in on its little surprises throughout. This was an enjoyable, intelligent, thought-provoking film and highly recommended.
The Oak Room appeared on my radar and I was pleased to see it was Canadian.
What really stood out to me was the acting of everyone involved. That alone sold the movie, and it didn't hurt that the claustrophobic, snowed-in atmosphere, seen everywhere, was essentially another character.
To be fair, The Oak Room was a slow burn, but one which I didn't mind because it allowed the movie to breathe naturally, letting you in on its little surprises throughout. This was an enjoyable, intelligent, thought-provoking film and highly recommended.