I have a feeling The Da Vinci Code would have done better off with bottom rung actors playing these bottom rung roles. It was almost painful to see that much talent go to waste, but for some reason I can't shake the belief that the director was ultimately responsible. Either way though, unexciting characters make for a much less exciting adventure tale. The one possible exception to all of this would have to be Ian McKellen's Sir Leigh Teabing that easily has more depth and personality than any other character in the film.
The advice I always give: If the preview looks good to you, you'll probably enjoy it. They're specifically tailored for the target audience. If the trailer catches your eye, then you are probably that audience! Chances are you'll dig the flick. Go with your gut, it usually won't steer you wrong. I felt that The Da Vinci Code was going to be a good ride and that's exactly what it was. I didn't see anything particularly amazing on the ride, but when it was all said and done I did leave with pleasant taste in my mouth.
I would recommend The Da Vinci Code to Mystery fans, Detective story fans, Adventure lovers, and any one of those 20 people that are just dying to know what everyone else is talking about. I would not recommend it to Action fans, Christians that can't take a joke, and Film Snobs that require top notch acting from every movie they see.
The Upside:
Intelligent, fun, just like the book, Audrey Tatou is still adorable.
The Downside:
The story didn't require the actors to flex their muscles at all. Could have used a bit more tension and action to spice things up, but it had to stay true to the book.
On the Side:
During an hour long conversation with Producer Brian Grazer and Director Ron Howard, French President Jacques Chirac suggested Jean Reno should have a pay raise and that his daughter's best friend, an actress, should be cast as Sophie Neveu.
Final Grade: C+
By Jarvis Mishler, Staff Writer for Film School Rejects
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Article comments
1 - El Bicho
"The victim seems to have spent his last moments leaving cryptic messages meant specifically for Mr. Langdon!"
And his granddaughter. He left "PS Find Robert Langdon" for her. PS=Princess Sofie
"If the preview looks good to you, you'll probably enjoy it."
Have to disagree with that. Much easier to make an interesting couple of minutes rather than a entire film. Are you saying that every preview that looked good to you resulted in you enjoying the film?
2 - Brian
"Are you saying that every preview that looked good to you resulted in you enjoying the film?"
I didnt hear him say that at all, I saw him say that if you enjoyed the trailer for this film, then you would probably enjoy this film
3 - Sang
Do you know if there is a similar movie to davinci code? Please let me know....