He Was a Quiet Man (2008)

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Directed by: Frank Cappello
Not Rated

Starring: Christian Slater (Bob Maconel), Elisha Cuthbert (Vanessa), William H. Macy (Gene Shelby)

Synopsis: Bob Maconel, a middle-aged corporate American plotting his move to take out his cubicle surroundings with a revolver, coming home to talk to his tank full of talking fish to discuss his day. However, a fellow co-worker beats him to the punch by going berserk and takes out his floor killing almost everyone except Bob. Bob's co-worker ends up killing his co-worker with his gun and manages to save the prettiest girl at the office, Vanessa. Taking her job and gaining respect from fellow co-workers, he also develops a relationship with Vanessa. He realizes this is too good to be true and he asks himself if he was meant to have it this good.

Review: He Was a Quiet Man was indeed quiet on the movie rental shop shelf waiting for me and my boyfriend to spot it. On the cover is a disguised Christian Slater looking older and creepier than his real self. He is unrecognizable and gets into character so well that it amazed me. Cuthbert goes far beyond her early 24 days and The Girl Next Door giving a solid performance. Although a small role, William H. Macy is remarkable as he was in Fargo playing the new boss to Slater’s character. To best some up this drama, think of the story being a mixture of Donnie Darko with Amelie fantastical tendencies in an Office Space environment. I do not recommend this film for people who want a good laugh. However, I do recommend this for people who are in the mood for a story that will immerse them and not let you go until the ending credits.

Verdict: B+