I went to see the Girl with the Dragon Tattoo on Tuesday (cheap night!). Having read the books, watched the Swedish version, I have to say I think the US version was better (how often is an American film better than its Euro counterpart???)
I thought it was weird that they would re-make a movie so soon after the Swedish one, especially since it was shown over here with success. But once I heard David Fincher was attached, and Daniel Craig (who is EXACTLY who I pictured when reading the book), I was intrigued.The fact that I sat through a movie who story I have read and seen before, I was still on the edge of my seat, and I was surprised to find that I liked Rooney Mara's portrayal better than the original, she showed a bit of innocence, but was still believably tough withdrawn. Oh and the opening credits were kinda amazing...a Fincher opening never disappoints! I can always tell if I really liked a movie, by if I am still thinking about it the next day - and I imdb/googled the crap out of it the next day lol.
Have you read or seen it? What was your opinion?
> Jessi
I haven't seen the American version but I have read the books (well, I kind of lost interest halfway through the 3rd one), and saw the Swedish film. I enjoyed the first book even though it is quite disturbing but didn't like the movie...
ReplyDeleteI was quite sceptical about the us remake so soon after the original but after your rave review I will definitley give it a go!x
ReplyDeleteI read all of the books a few years ago, and haven't seen the movies. Have been wanting to, but debating it. Glad to hear it was so good...now I'll have to after all!
ReplyDeleteI've wanted to see the movie but was a little unsure with how it would compare. Glad you liked it.
ReplyDeleteThe 2 people I went with also loved it and another friend hated it, from what I am seeing online you either love or hate it - no middle ground
ReplyDeleteI really do want to see it. I read the books and then saw the Swedish film. I was so disappointed, it was so bland. I just recently found out that it had been a production for TV, and I think that showed.
ReplyDeleteNot seen this version yet..have been putting it off since I loved the original so much, but I may give it a go!! Have a great weekend x
ReplyDeleteI saw it about a week ago. I have never read the books or watched the other film but I completely loved it! Having no idea what it was going to be about, some scenes did shock me and were quite gruesome but I still thought it was fantastic. Constantly thought about it for the days after! Katie xx
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