The Man Who Wasn't There
 
Director Joel Coen Length
1 hrs 56 mins
Written by Joel & Ethan Coen Certificate
15
    Year
2001
Stars Billy Bob Thornton
 		Country
US
 

Frances McDormand

Language
English
  Michael Badalucco  
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Outline

Hailed as the Brothers' masterpiece, this neo-noir thriller is in the mould of a James M Cain pulp novel, yet in typical Coens style draws on so many genres it is impossible to categorise. The understated, enigmatic central performance of Thornton as the Barber is a stunning achievement, as is Roger Deakins' wonderful black and white photography. Do not miss.

Winner Best Director (shared with David Lynch) Cannes Film Festival 2001

Reviews

"The best American film of the year" Peter Bradshaw, The Guardian
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Roger Ebert, Chicago Sun-Times

The Guardian Review by Peter Bradshaw

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