Olivier, Olivier (1992) was an interesting dramatic crime thriller from film maker Agnieszka Holland. I was impressed with her last film Europa Europa. So when I heard that she directed this movie, I went out and rented a copy. I was impressed by this story of a young boy who disappears. Several years later, an adolescent rapscallion is found who resembles the missing youth. Intrigued by this new found dilemma, he goes along with the charade and joins the family. Gradually, those around him realize that this teen is not the missing boy. It all comes to light when a local odd jobber admits to the molestation and murder of the boy. Not willing to shatter the mother's already fragile psyche. The kid plays along with his role as the long lost son and adapts his new role and family.
Another impressive film from Ms. Holland. It was only a matter of time before she become a part of the Hollywood grind. A shame really because she made a handful of great films before being absorbed into the Hollywood studio system. French with English sub-titles.
Highly recommended.
Another impressive film from Ms. Holland. It was only a matter of time before she become a part of the Hollywood grind. A shame really because she made a handful of great films before being absorbed into the Hollywood studio system. French with English sub-titles.
Highly recommended.