Szekta

The plot is appropriately silly and the only thing left is a dense atmosphere and solid actors. The opening shot already reveals that it will be a bit different formally than what we are used to. Octane is technically quite above average, and it’s an handled piece in terms of atmosphere (music, cinematography), but it lacks a stronger storyline connection. The over-complexity is not even particularly noticeable anymore because it is quite confusing in itself, and you don’t know what is actually happening (like the main character). At times, it's fine, but not for whole film to be like that. And don't expect anything extraordinary for the final resolution. Jonathan Rhys Meyers is laughable and the car scene is quite awkward. (2007.03.01)