This is a rare example of cross genres, half-documentary half- thriller, no one completely satisfactory. Although the movie has a strong, captivating beginning, rapidly is torn apart on two different focuses: assassination and...tango. The thriller plot is weaker and weaker and, at the end, unsatisfactory. On the other hand, we are caught by the tango environment, and we started to think how good this movie could be as simple, plain documentary about tango and its characters. Strong points: accurate and sensitive description of Buenos Aires: people, sights and sounds. Duvall's character as an old paranoid killer is remarkable. Good performances and haunting music. Luciana Pedraza is not only a gifted dancer and she should deserve another opportunity as an actress. Overall, it's an incomplete experience. 6/10.
Review of Assassination Tango
