For me, there is one reason to see After the Wedding, and that reason is Julianne Moore. One of the best actors working today, Moore brings her complicated character to life with a varied performance ranging from feisty to vulnerable. She is, as always, breathtaking to watch. Without Moore in the movie, there is not much going for it. Based on the critically-acclaimed similarly-titled 2006 Danish film (which i have not viewed), this movie is just not compelling enough despite the hints of dark twists and turns. Perhaps it is the pace, which is as lively as someone in a meditative state. At least the movie is lovely to look at, so one can still enjoy the photography in place of action.
Review of After the Wedding
