Preview: Dorian Gray (2009)

Synopsis:

The classic story retold of a young, attractive man mingling with the sexual forces of London while holding onto a deep secret that preserves his looks forever.

• Poster: B

Review:

I like the aged-paint-like cracking on the side of Ben Barnes' face. Unfortunately, the rest of his face feels entirely inexpressive and the fact that it dominates the frame doesn't help.

• Trailer: B-

Review:

The story itself has been done perfectly before, so the reason to remake it now is a bit unusual, but the cinematography looks good and the performances don't look awful, so it could be a surprisingly adequate remake.

Oscar Prospects:

Art Direction, Costume Design and Cinematography are requisite considerations for this kind of film, but I doubt it will be remembered amongst the other costume dramas coming or having come out already this year.

Release Date:

• September 9, 2009

Full Review Synopsis:

I have not seen this film.

-Wesley Lovell (September 20, 2009) Original