Enemy (2013) : “ A Gripping Psychological Thriller That Will Leave You Puzzled”

Director: Denis Villeneuve

Starring: Jake Gyllenhaal, Sarah Gadon, Mélanie Laurent

Producers: Niv Fichman

Music Director: Danny Bensi, Saunder Jurriaans

Cinematography: Nicolas Bolduc

Genre: Psychological Thriller

Language: English

Runtime: 90 minutes

Release Date: March 14, 2014

OTT Platform: Amazon Prime Video (US), Netflix (UK, Canada)

Plot:

‘Enemy’ follows the story of a history professor who discovers a look-alike actor and becomes obsessed with finding out more about him. This leads to a series of unsettling events that blur the lines between reality and delusion.

Performances:

Jake Gyllenhaal: He gave everything he could to the performance, truly showcasing his genius. He displayed the character’s shades very neatly.

Sarah Gadon: She gave her best despite minimal screen time. As a pregnant woman, she delivered a compelling performance.

Mélanie Laurent: She was apt for her role as the girlfriend.

Technical Aspects:

Director: Denis Villeneuve showcases his skills and creates a captivating, albeit confusing, narrative based on the book. The drama remains engaging throughout, and he pulls it off very well.

Cinematography: The cinematography is excellent, with every shot perfectly executed.

Music: The music was adequate, with a few montages that matched the scenes well.

Production Values: The production values are great, providing the director with everything needed.

Strengths:

• Visuals

• Performances

• Cinematography

• Engaging Drama

Weakness:

• Climax

My Personal Take On Cinema:

‘Enemy’ presents a very engaging drama that keeps you glued to the screen. However, the director leaves us in a confused state with an ambiguous ending. He brilliantly brings the novel to life with strong drama and a climax that leaves us pondering deeply. The film features excellent cinematography, great production values, and outstanding performances, especially from Jake Gyllenhaal. Overall, ‘Enemy’ is a good movie that leaves you with questions at the end.

Rating: 2.75/5