Sidney Lumet's adaptation of "Murder on the Orient Express", is a fun view capturing the suspense, intrigue, and colorful characters of the source material with quite a star-studded cast. Albert Finney (all but unrecognizable) delivers a memorable performance as the eccentric Belgian detective, Hercule Poirot. His meticulous approach to solving the murder and distinctive appearance steal the show. There's an outstanding ensemble cast, including Lauren Bacall, Ingrid Bergman, Sean Connery, Jacqueline Bisset, John Gielgud, and more. There's just the right touch of humor in the script to make it tilt toward comedy without giving away the seriousness of the matter of murder at hand.
The film's setting is almost entirely on the train, the luxurious Orient Express. The opulent train cars and the snowbound landscape create isolation and suspense. Lumet takes full advantage to spare no detail. Lumet's economical film making style is on full display with every shot well composed and every detail available made apparent. No gimmicks.
The film's strong performances, cinematography, and satisfying conclusion make this version a classic, even if you already know who done it.
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