The Wages of Fear2025-02-07
Vancouver, BC
“I'm trying to remember... the fence... what was behind the fence?”
"Nothing."
This is one of those films that is just so perfectly calculated and airtight, that if there ever could be a "greatest" film of all time, this would have a rightful claim to that title. The premise is just a total home run; I really haven't seen anything else that has captured such a strong sense of tension. Of course, Sorcerer kills it too, and I love the approach in both. This one is a lot more methodical and blunt, which I do think gives this one a slight edge. It really will stick with you. Each act is haunting in its own way. This, along with North by Northwest, are two films that I would feel pretty confident showing to anyone who may have reservations about watching older films.
Watched at the Cinematheque here in Vancouver. What a treat to see this on the big screen!