Based on the Stephen King novella of the same name, in 1922 farmer Wilfred decides to kill his wife Arlette to keep her from selling the farm and breaking up their family. Convincing his son, Henry, to assist with the murder, Wilfred thinks things are over but in fact, it is just the beginning.
Thomas Jane (Wilfred), Molly Parker (Arlette), Dylan Schmid (Henry), Kaitlyn Bernard (Shannon), Neal McDonough (Harlan), Tanya Champoux (Sallie), Brian James (Sheriff Jones), Bob Frazer (Andrew).
1922 launches by showing us where Wilfred is now before walking us back in time to just before Arlette's murder. Recruiting his son Henry to help, Arlette is removed and the two expect things to get better. Instead guilt, and the potential haunting of Wilfred, lead to unexpected consequences. The remainder of the film follows along as Wilfred battles his emotional demons. At the same time the murder drives Henry to believe he is destined for a life of crime.
Acting was good with Jane delivering better than usual. Parker was good and worked well with Jane and others. Schmid was quite enjoyable with good delivery and emotion, as well as apparent chemistry with Bernard who also performed well. The remainder of the supporting cast was solid and did well.
Camera work, sets, and backgrounds including natural scenery were fitting and had a nice, realistic feel. Action scenes were mild but solid. Dialogue moved things along and had reasonable depth. Sound and soundtrack were mild but appropriate.
1922 is an interesting story that didn't quite translate the emotion and energy to the big screen. That said, the film is enjoyable, holds interest well, and seems to follow the book in a reasonable manner. King fans should enjoy this one.
Including some mild sexuality, violence, gore, foul language, and disturbing scenes, this should be fine for older teens and above.
Released: 2017
Reviewed: 12.4.17
Star rating: 4 out of 5
Genre: Crime, Drama, Horror, Crime Drama, Drama based on a Book
copyright ©2017 Dave Riedel
Thomas Jane (Wilfred), Molly Parker (Arlette), Dylan Schmid (Henry), Kaitlyn Bernard (Shannon), Neal McDonough (Harlan), Tanya Champoux (Sallie), Brian James (Sheriff Jones), Bob Frazer (Andrew).
1922 launches by showing us where Wilfred is now before walking us back in time to just before Arlette's murder. Recruiting his son Henry to help, Arlette is removed and the two expect things to get better. Instead guilt, and the potential haunting of Wilfred, lead to unexpected consequences. The remainder of the film follows along as Wilfred battles his emotional demons. At the same time the murder drives Henry to believe he is destined for a life of crime.
Acting was good with Jane delivering better than usual. Parker was good and worked well with Jane and others. Schmid was quite enjoyable with good delivery and emotion, as well as apparent chemistry with Bernard who also performed well. The remainder of the supporting cast was solid and did well.
Camera work, sets, and backgrounds including natural scenery were fitting and had a nice, realistic feel. Action scenes were mild but solid. Dialogue moved things along and had reasonable depth. Sound and soundtrack were mild but appropriate.
1922 is an interesting story that didn't quite translate the emotion and energy to the big screen. That said, the film is enjoyable, holds interest well, and seems to follow the book in a reasonable manner. King fans should enjoy this one.
Including some mild sexuality, violence, gore, foul language, and disturbing scenes, this should be fine for older teens and above.
Released: 2017
Reviewed: 12.4.17
Star rating: 4 out of 5
Genre: Crime, Drama, Horror, Crime Drama, Drama based on a Book
copyright ©2017 Dave Riedel
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