Cold-blooded killers rarely look this pathetic, which testifies to the impressive balance of Skarsgård's amusingly low-key performance.
75
Entertainment WeeklyLisa Schwarzbaum
Entertainment WeeklyLisa Schwarzbaum
Skarsgard's utter finesse in the role provides a satisfying warmth.
70
The Hollywood ReporterRay Bennett
The Hollywood ReporterRay Bennett
Played for laughs drawn from characters rather than funny lines, the Norwegian film is a charmer with Stellan Skarsgard for once in a role worthy of his attention.
Patiently directed by Hans Petter Moland, Ulrik's journey back to life slowly draws you in.
70
Movieline
Movieline
It's a low-blood-pressure version of the kind of thing James M. Cain used to do in his sleep, and its filmmaking accomplishment is as minimalist as its narrative ambition is minimal.
Skarsgård brings some redemptive soul to the role of a man who gradually begins to understand the aptness of his favorite Pretenders album: "Learning To Crawl."
60
New York Daily NewsElizabeth Weitzman
New York Daily NewsElizabeth Weitzman
Hans Petter Moland's dry Scandinavian wit is just amusing enough to keep us interested in this dramedy.
50
Village VoiceNick Pinkerton
Village VoiceNick Pinkerton
The grungy setting and unflattering photography are only camouflage for callow, creeping sentimentality.