A Hologram for the King (2016) (original) (raw)
A failed American businessman looks to recoup his losses by traveling to Saudi Arabia and selling his idea to a wealthy monarch.
A failed American businessman looks to recoup his losses by traveling to Saudi Arabia and selling his idea to a wealthy monarch. (less)
Director: Tom Tykwer
Writers: Tom Tykwer, Dave Eggers
Starring: Tom Hanks, Omar Elba, Sarita Choudhury, Sidse Babett Knudsen, Tracey Fairaway, Jane Perry
Producer: Uwe Schott
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Review by Brian Orndorf, April 21, 2016
8 / 10
Based on a 2012 novel by Dave Eggers, �A Hologram for the King� arrives pre-loaded with personality detail and bold dramatic movement, using hundreds of pages to create an emotionally and physically volatile environment, servicing an extensive journey for the lead character. Writer/director Tom Tykwer only has about 95 minutes to cover the same terrain. A clever filmmaker who previously helmed �Run Lola Run,� �Perfume,� and �Cloud Atlas,� Tykwer is up for the adaption challenge. While his ability to condense sections of the story leaves much to be desired, Tykwer captures a defined mood with � ...read more...
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