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The Ninth Gate (1999)
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Even Hell has its heroes, señor.
Arturo Pérez-Reverte is one of my favorite authors, so it is natural that I want to see movies based on his books. I do not compare them, I just enjoy both forms.
This film is an excellent example of the psychological thriller. Don't look for a lot of whiz-bang special effect, although the fire work is excellent. Director Roman Polanski (The Pianist, Chinatown) certainly know how to make a film that exists on so many layers. The search that happens throughout the movie is a waste of time as the prize is there all the time for those who can see. Now, I don't believe in Lucifer, but the fact that he/she was there every moment in the movie is a good metaphor for the fact that he is ever present in our lives. Of course, if you look for the he, you will not see the she.
Emmanuelle Seigner (Frantic) was brilliant as Lucifer - there I told you, so now you can watch more closely.
Johnny Dep and Frank Langella (Dracula, Superman Returns, Dave) were also first rate in their performances.
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