ANNA KARENINA (2012) - ♦♦♦

Directed by - Joe Wright

Written by - Tom Stoppard (based on the novel by Leo Tolstoy)

Starring - Keira Knightley, Jude Law

 

"19th century Russian Aristorcrat Anna enters a life changing and scandalous affair with an affluent count. 

 

Despite its ambition, Joe Wright's rendition of Leo Tolstoy's novel Anna Karenina ends up seeming like a clear case of style over substance. 

 

There is no question about the delight of the visual creativeness, some of which is absolutely unique and downright stunning. But the beauty of the art direction and some specifically chosen special effects lessens the impact of the actual story, that comes across as unbalanced and lacking in tension or any form of true and authentic sentiments."

 

Period Drama, UK