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Film adaptation of Bernhard Schlink's novel from director Richard Eyre. Liam Neeson stars as Peter: a husband who discovers that his wife Lisa (Laura Linney) has been unfaithful. Peter's first clue comes when Lisa asks him casually over dinner if he could ever have an affair. Although he is shocked, he thinks nothing of it until she leaves him. Confused and angered, Peter decides to investigate further and discovers emails and photographs of Lisa with another man called Ralph (Antonio Banderas). Filled with jealousy and thoughts of revenge, Peter tracks down Ralph, much to the dismay of his daughter Abigail (Romola Garai). Digging further, he discovers a tangled web of secrets relating to his wife and consequently finds himself forming an unusual bond with her lover. Peter is now torn between his grief and the unlikely connection they share as he makes the decision whether or not to carry out the revenge he so longs for...
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11 of 12 people found the following review helpful
By Tommy D
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Format:DVD
I only write this to echo what has been said elsewhere that this is just not that good. It was straight to DVD and after watching it you can see why, it has two impressive lead men in the shape of Liam Neeson and Antonio Banderas and that is primarily why I watched it, but we all make mistakes. And they both did in agreeing to take part in this film.
The plot develops around Liam Neeson discovering his wife has had an affair with Mr Banderas, who comes acros unconvincing and almost lacking direction from the start. It transpires he is a bit of a con man and so you start to think that is why he seemed so translucently insincere, but alas no as when he is genuiniely showing emotion that same chasm of unbeliveablity opens up.
As another reviewer has said the 'plot twist' is badly timed leading one to think what was the ruddy point. This is a slow drama that never really addresses some of the issues like Liam Nessons relationship with his daughter and her boyfriend. As a result there is no build up of empathy with any of the characters and I was left feeling a bit cheated, if you are a fan of the actors then it is worth a punt otherwise it is probably worth avoiding.
The plot develops around Liam Neeson discovering his wife has had an affair with Mr Banderas, who comes acros unconvincing and almost lacking direction from the start. It transpires he is a bit of a con man and so you start to think that is why he seemed so translucently insincere, but alas no as when he is genuiniely showing emotion that same chasm of unbeliveablity opens up.
As another reviewer has said the 'plot twist' is badly timed leading one to think what was the ruddy point. This is a slow drama that never really addresses some of the issues like Liam Nessons relationship with his daughter and her boyfriend. As a result there is no build up of empathy with any of the characters and I was left feeling a bit cheated, if you are a fan of the actors then it is worth a punt otherwise it is probably worth avoiding.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
Very disappointed with this. It was quite disjointed and confusing. I must say that with the cast of actors, I thought it would be a good film, but I was disappointed.
19 of 23 people found the following review helpful
By Mitun
TOP 1000 REVIEWER
Format:DVD
'The Other Man' is a drama with an impressive line-up of actors, consisting of Liam Neeson, Laura Linney and Antonio Banderas. It had a direct to DVD release in the UK, where it hasn't been received well.
The movie tells the story of a husband (Liam Neeson) who suspects his wife (Laura Linney) has committed adultery, which in plain english means, he thinks she has cheated on him.
The movie has an interesting premise at the start, gradually progresses without making much sense and then presents the viewer with a premature twist, which ultimately destroys any further interest. One thing I will say, is that the twist was unpredictable but not timed well.
The performances of the lead actors, Liam Neeson and Laura Linney were moving and well executed. Antonio Banderas in the other hand was not convincing. The direction provided by Richard Eyre is erratic as most of the scenes were disjointed and confusing. Also, if the twist had been timed well the movie may have been salvaged.
The Other Man is simply a mediocre drama, which could've been better.
Watch it if there is nothing else worthwile.
The movie tells the story of a husband (Liam Neeson) who suspects his wife (Laura Linney) has committed adultery, which in plain english means, he thinks she has cheated on him.
The movie has an interesting premise at the start, gradually progresses without making much sense and then presents the viewer with a premature twist, which ultimately destroys any further interest. One thing I will say, is that the twist was unpredictable but not timed well.
The performances of the lead actors, Liam Neeson and Laura Linney were moving and well executed. Antonio Banderas in the other hand was not convincing. The direction provided by Richard Eyre is erratic as most of the scenes were disjointed and confusing. Also, if the twist had been timed well the movie may have been salvaged.
The Other Man is simply a mediocre drama, which could've been better.
Watch it if there is nothing else worthwile.
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Intriguing film
This film had me baffled for a long time but it was worth it. Superbly acted throughout, I found it intriguing.
Published 2 months ago by Yavit Tudu
5.0 out of 5 stars
the other man
I am pleased with it, it arrived on time, packing was good, I have not watch it as yet, just ordered it to watch at a later time
Published 3 months ago by flower
1.0 out of 5 stars
A waste of Liam!!
As a big fan of Liam Neeson I bought this DVD expecting so much more but it simply failed to deliver. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Red
5.0 out of 5 stars
solid film with a nice twist.
an excellent story that makes you think at the end. first class acting by the two leads draws you into this mystery.
Published 5 months ago by open minded reader
1.0 out of 5 stars
dire
Like others here I watched it for the actors but it really is not worth watching. I had it on while I had something else to do but now I almost wish I had watched something else... Read more
Published 17 months ago by TwirlySue
3.0 out of 5 stars
Confusing, but brilliant
I do not really agree with the other reviewers. Where I think this film went wrong was in not telling the story in chronological order; thus it starts in the middle of the story,... Read more
Published 20 months ago by PhilG
2.0 out of 5 stars
Avoid, get Taken instead.
Liam Neesen stars in this poor film, about a man who's wife leaves him with a password to her computer. Read more
Published 24 months ago by T. BROOKES
5.0 out of 5 stars
the other man
This movie is OK to watch it not that bad, but i will more like it if the director put more thriller in it . what i dont like that this dvd as on subtitle option in it ! Read more
Published on 19 Mar 2011 by kanwal massey
3.0 out of 5 stars
Top of the range actors star in a rather 'tepid' picture.
It could have been so good; the show-down of Lisa and Latin lover at a posh do near Lake Como. Imagine, adultrous Lisa and her good for nothing iti being exposed by hubby Peter as... Read more
Published on 7 Jun 2010 by Bart
3.0 out of 5 stars
good movie, disappointing end
the story and acting is ok (Antonio not at his best) ,but it winds down to a disappointing end.
Published on 7 Dec 2009 by P. Rosenberg
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