The problem here isn't grimness but a failure to make grimness wrench the heart.
Winterbottom is angry, clear-headed, and with a sure visual sense. full review
Jude remains a handsome if gravely flawed film. full review
The dark, steel engraving look that cinematographer Eduardo Serra has given Jude endows it with a somber magnificence. full review
Jude is knockout Hardy, filled with stormy visual poetry and accompanied by a gorgeous yet simple score. full review