Knives Out is an amusing murder mystery which plays with and subverts expectations in a variety of ways making for an appealing watch. It starts off conventionally if knowingly enough: a famous murder mystery writer has been found dead with his throat slit - and a famous detective has been engaged by someone unknown to investigate.
Cue a parade of ghastly relatives who are all hiding something drawn from a surprising cast (eg Curtis, Johnson) who will look familiar and rather older due to a hyper-real cinematography which picks out every wrinkle in faces and detail in the house. Re-watchers who like to focus on background details will find much to enjoy in this well stocked house of curios and crime artefacts.
Unintentional humour is provided by detective Craig's wandering southern accent which is pure KFC seasoned with a hint of Bond. But for me, it just added to the delicious fun.
Currently free to watch on Amazon Prime.
Overall: Enjoy picking out all of the murder mystery tropes.
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