Peacock (2009)
Release Date: Jan 1, 2010 Wide
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A Nebraska bank clerk finds his tenuous grip on reality slipping after a freak train accident reveals his deepest secret to the entire community. John Skillpa (Cillian Murphy) is a reserved bank teller living in the tight-knit community of Peacock. He may live by himself, but he's never alone; John has two personalities. His alter ego is Emma, but Emma has always been a well-kept secret -- until now. When a passing caboose jumps the rails and comes slamming through John's backyard, the neighbors
Jan 1, 2010 Wide
Apr 20, 2010
Lionsgate
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Cast
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Ellen Page
Maggie -
Cillian Murphy
John/Emma Skillpa -
Susan Sarandon
Fanny Crill -
Keith Carradine
Ray Crill -
Bill Pullman
Edmund French -
Josh Lucas
Officer Tom McGonigle -
Graham Beckel
Conor Black
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While the film can't measure up to its psychologically bent scenario, it's still an intriguing choice at the local DVD store or on-demand service.
A surprisingly effective (given its miniscule theatrical release) sub-Hitchcock thriller with an excellent cast,
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The performances, writing, art/direction. set design, and camera work are all fantastic. Not a whole lot really happens in this film, yet there is a pervasive mood of dread, uneasiness and tension throughout. This is a rather creepy film, made all the more potent by the fact that everything about the main character seems (key word) to be so plain and unremarkable.
Cillian Murphy has a challenging job, and he pulls it off well. It is a really remarkable, haunting performance. Ellen Page (complete with a fun little accent) is also quite good in a nicely nuanced and underplayed role as a troubled young mother who can shed some light into the life of Murphy's John. The rest of the cast, including veterans Susan Sarandon, Keith Carradine, as well as Bill Pullman and Josh Lucas, are also terrific.
The less you really know about this film, the better (probably). Part of the joy of watching it, and getting the full impact, is letting the plot unfold without really knowing what to expect, or knowing what happens before it does. Again, give this one a chance. It really deserves it.
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