Basically, the story is centred around the detective Hercule Poirot who ends up going on the orient express thanks to a friend who just so happens to be the director of the train. On this train he meets a bunch of strangers played by stars such as Johnny Depp, Daisy Ridley, Michelle Pfeiffer and many more. At first everything is fine until one of them is murdered, everyone is a suspect in this suspenseful murder mystery.
Many are saying that the cinematography and sets are outshining the cast, which I understand but with so many stars it's hard for any one actor to shine. Of course Kenneth Branagh shines the most out of everyone but that is because he is the centre of the film's narrative without him the narrative wouldn't happen. He is also very funny as Poirot, that moustache and that laugh just made me laugh whilst watching the film. The cinematography and sets are very stunning throughout the entire film, they are simply mesmerising. Of course it doesn't have it's faults but as a first effort in a different genre for Branagh I think he did really well at this adaptation as it is so different from the vibe of a Shakespeare adaptation.
Overall, the film is amusing and keeps you on your toes as to who is the murderer. It is tense and interesting. The acting is great and the sets are insane. Kenneth Branagh shines as the director of this Agatha Christie adaptation and I hope that there are many more adaptations to come from Branagh. I really enjoyed the film and would highly recommend the film to anyone that enjoys a good murder mystery or crime thriller.
Rating: 3.5 out of 5.
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