The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo





release year: 2011
genre: drama
viewing setting: home DVD 8/21/21

synopsis: A troubled young woman and a journalist tackle a 40-year-old murder.

impressions: This was engaging, but often dark and unpleasant. I can't say much without spoiling the plot, but it got my attention and drew me in. Few if any of the characters in this are perfect, and if anything, the movie seems to emphasize their flaws.

acting: Rooney Mara is the title character, who is a talented researcher/hacker despite having numerous issues. Daniel Craig is the journalist who takes on an odd assignment. Christopher Plummer is an old man still obsessed with the mystery. Stellan Skarsgard is his helpful brother.

final word: Grim but entertaining murder mystery.

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