Movie review of Death on the Nile (2022)

Can Death on the Nile be called a high-quality historical detective story with vivid acting? It is definitely difficult to answer this question. If we take into account only the scenery, the entourage, the soundtrack and the costumes, then the film has everything on top. The fact that one of the heroines is a pronounced socialist also works on historicity. Extreme left-wing and right-wing political ideologies were very common in Europe and the Americas in the 30s. The character of Salome Otterborn, who was the author of romance novels in the book, was turned into a blues singer in the film. Through her and her daughter, Brana added the topic of racism and segregation of blacks in the United States, which is relevant to the current realities, to the plot. And this is a very good decision – dear fans of blind casting, learn from good examples.

If we talk directly about the detective part, then "Death on the Nile" can easily disappoint fans of the genre. Branagh directed a detective drama, with an emphasis on the latter. Do you remember how Poirot tenderly examined a photograph of his mon amour before going to bed in the Express? In the sequel, this plot was developed, and even more so. For almost two hours, Branagh conveys to the viewer the idea that the Belgian is not just a machine for solving complex crimes, but a man broken by the trauma of the past, who actually dreams of growing zucchini on a farm, and preferably in the company of a lady of the heart. However, "the war that ends all wars" ended Poirot's right to simple male happiness.

The focus on the protagonist's experiences puts not only the investigation itself, but also other characters into the background. As in Murder on the Orient Express, they don't feel like full-fledged heroes of stories, but like puppets at the Kenneth Branagh Theater. Inviting charismatic Rose Leslie Ygritte from "Game of Thrones" to play the role of a maid without a bright line is almost a crime. Gal Gadot's heroine is the only one who doesn't get lost. If you haven't been interested in the upcoming historical drama about Cleopatra starring her before, then that will change after one of the film's scenes.

Kenneth Branagh's Poirot is not so much a talented gentleman detective as the story of Britain's collective trauma after World War I, which took away not only the Kingdom's superpower status, but also buried a good third of the national elite in the trenches. His Poirot has a tragic background and shows that, according to the manners of the XIX century, a broken man stands with a gloss and an outstanding mind (read: country), hiding pain and disappointment. Yes, Branagh selfishly placed himself at the center of the plot, making others half–decorations - but now his character is not kitsch or kemp, but a living person, you want to worry about fate and decision. Accumulator betting appeals to users who prefer combining several selections into one ticket for a larger return. When the welcome campaign is available to a new customer, the promo code for 1xbet free bet secure a bonus of up to $100 through a 100% match on the first qualifying deposit. The reward may help expand the promotional bankroll, although turnover conditions and qualifying-bet rules apply. Bettors should verify minimum odds, excluded markets, settlement requirements, deposit limits, and expiration dates before using bonus funds.