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Russell Cook of Cine-Vue’s Review of Cosmopolis & Filmbeat TV’s Vid Interview with Rob

Cosmopolis is Cine-Vue “movie of the week” and here’s part of Russell Cook’s review:

“To successfully achieve yet another complex literary adaptation, Cronenberg has employed real wealth and diversity in talent to deliver his own interpretation of Cosmopolis. With Pattinson, star of The Twilight Saga, as his lead, Cronenberg clearly took something of a gamble in casting his enigmatic central protagonist. Regardless, Pattinson produces a performance rich in mood, tone and delivery, comfortably embracing a plot full of seriously bizarre and awkwardly funny moments, vindicating the Canadian master’s bold call. In support, Paul Giamatti, Juliette Binoche and Sarah Gadon are also well-chosen for their respective – if slight – roles.

Cosmopolis is a hugely timely piece that, during its production, fortuitously happened to mirror the various ‘Occupy’ movements taking place on a global scale. It’s cinematic release is certainly foreboding, telling a dark story – in typical Cronenbergian fashion – that is very close to home today; a stylish think-piece for our times.”

Click on link to read full review, where you will also see FilmBeat TV’s video interview, although I’ve posted below for ease.  I don’t know how many times I’ve watched the scene between Eric and Elise in the diner, but I’ve only just noticed Rob or should I say Eric’s subtle swiveling on the diner stool *giggles*.  And my favourite line of Rob’s  in this interview “I want to be involved in stuff where people are shocked that it’s been made”.  Good to hear that Rob, good to hear.

PS.  There’s also a print interview by Russell for those interested here