In the newest portrayal of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's most famous character, "Sherlock Holmes." reveals an energetic detective sends Holmes and his reliable partner Watson on their latest adventure.
The film portrays a more honest depictions of Holmes and Watson rather then the romanticized versions audiences have seen through the years. Sherlock Holmes, played by an energetic Robert Downey, Jr. is a super- rational man, who uses his superior intellect to out- maneuver and defeats his opponents. However, with all of his intelligence, he is limited. Holmes is a socially awkward alcoholic, determined to out-perform his nemesis, Lord Blackwood.
With the help of his reliable side-kick, Dr. Watson, Holmes manages to be successful. Although Dr. Watson, played by Jude Law, is the more socially acceptable of the two characters, he is not without his flaws. Watson is a recovering gambler who is trying to turn over a new leaf.
In this film's adaptation of the characters, both men have their female counterparts who challenge them. Irene Adler, played by Rachel McAdams, is the one person that not only out-smart Holmes, but also is able to out maneuver him. Adler, is hired to manipulate Holmes' feelings for her, which would make Holmes take her case.
Overall, "Sherlock Holmes" was a creative and entertaining film. Although the film was more violent then expected, both Downey and Law gave great performances portraying the infamous characters. However, McAdams' character fell flat. Her role had potential, but it was not cohesive-it was like she was added in, to have a woman character to play opposite Holmes.
It's a movie worth seeing, worth renting if you don't get the chance to see it in theaters.
The film portrays a more honest depictions of Holmes and Watson rather then the romanticized versions audiences have seen through the years. Sherlock Holmes, played by an energetic Robert Downey, Jr. is a super- rational man, who uses his superior intellect to out- maneuver and defeats his opponents. However, with all of his intelligence, he is limited. Holmes is a socially awkward alcoholic, determined to out-perform his nemesis, Lord Blackwood.
With the help of his reliable side-kick, Dr. Watson, Holmes manages to be successful. Although Dr. Watson, played by Jude Law, is the more socially acceptable of the two characters, he is not without his flaws. Watson is a recovering gambler who is trying to turn over a new leaf.
In this film's adaptation of the characters, both men have their female counterparts who challenge them. Irene Adler, played by Rachel McAdams, is the one person that not only out-smart Holmes, but also is able to out maneuver him. Adler, is hired to manipulate Holmes' feelings for her, which would make Holmes take her case.
Overall, "Sherlock Holmes" was a creative and entertaining film. Although the film was more violent then expected, both Downey and Law gave great performances portraying the infamous characters. However, McAdams' character fell flat. Her role had potential, but it was not cohesive-it was like she was added in, to have a woman character to play opposite Holmes.
It's a movie worth seeing, worth renting if you don't get the chance to see it in theaters.
