6.0
Excellent suspense and drama, but only if you pay close attention, even in the calm, slow dialogue scenes. This isn't a film to play in the background.
In the hands of Fares Fares, his first directorial feature takes a more grounded and intimate approach to the hostage film. Negotiations between Lukas and Artan aren’t flashy. Lukas’ words remain calm and measured all throughout the film, but Fares’ direction creates a tension felt under the cool tone of Lukas’ voice. On Lukas, the camera is steady, but on Artan, the camera shifts each time Artan moves his gun. The camera eyes the potential danger, the same way cops do, but also spotting certain opportunities, like other hostages that could be released. Fares’ direction (and his acting!) creates a visceral experience of Lukas’ internal alarm, even at moments without score or fast paced action or flashy cinematography. It’s a great fit for a film all about negotiation.
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