I wanted to love this movie. It initially had everything - from perfect pacing to an assortment of eccentric characters. Cinematically, it's crisp and beautiful, and I enjoyed the opportunity to see some nice Swedish countryside. I like that the protagonist is a regular, plump cop, not some uber-beefed-up Hollywood superstar. The plot itself is reminiscent of such classics as "Straw Dogs" and "Deliverance," yet much more down to earth with a great deal of character development especially between the protagonist and his country-bumpkin brother.
However, the last half of the film, especially the ending, left me frustrated. I literally booed at the end because of an unsatisfactory resolution. What could have been the best revenge flick of the '90s slowly becomes a dull, lifeless disappointment. Just when you think the protagonist is about to get down with the bad guys, poof. Nothing.
I understand the director's intent. He wanted to make a statement. It just didn't work for me.
However, the last half of the film, especially the ending, left me frustrated. I literally booed at the end because of an unsatisfactory resolution. What could have been the best revenge flick of the '90s slowly becomes a dull, lifeless disappointment. Just when you think the protagonist is about to get down with the bad guys, poof. Nothing.
I understand the director's intent. He wanted to make a statement. It just didn't work for me.