When it is revealed, it felt a little forced and the film lost me. Without getting into spoilers, there is a build-up as to who or what something is and if it even still exists. The big reveal in the final act will either have you chuckling or simply accepting it. Sadly, there are moments when these aspects tarnish themselves by focussing too much on the surreal, quickly making this film feel a little less believable than it should be. The pacing of this film, along with the very enjoyable performances from Tom Hanks, Audrey Tautou, and Ian McKellan, are really something to admire here. There is a fine line between boring and calm, but I feel that this film walks in between those perfectly. While many people may not quite fully understand what I mean by this, I can't help but call this film calming and nice to watch. That being said, the film as a whole does not live up its exciting premise. Following a murder at the Louvre, novelist/symbologist Robert Langdon and the victim's granddaughter Sophie Neveu must uncover the clues to secrets he left behind.įrom secrets locked away since the birth of Christ to uncovering the lies of their past, this film sends viewers on a roller-coaster ride of intense puzzles. For me, even if I have read a novel, I hardly ever draw comparisons. While I have not read the source material that this film bases its premise around, I never choose to compare.Ī film needs to work as a film first and foremost and if it happens to be a faithful adaptation on top of that, then it just pleases more people, plain and simple. That being said, although I think The DaVinci Code tries very hard to be intriguing, it definitely is not without its major flaws. Personally, I believe the film has a little for everyone. This is an overly religious film and although some may admire its acts, most of those who are not of the Catholic religion may just find it pretentious or uninteresting. Viewing this film ten years ago upon its initial release and just now revisiting it for the first time since, I still acquired most of my sentiments. While The DaVinci Code is the definition of a film that you either choose to buy into or you will probably hate it, I still find that its intentions are in the right place and holds onto its audience from beginning to end. When it comes to mysteries, it really does boil down to how interesting your film is.
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