Review of The Man Without a Face

I never critically analyze a movie vs the book, because the media are too different. Same with a photograph- it's impossible to replicate the original painting. Here, however, there's an inescapable analogy worth mentioning, movie vs book. I'd seen the movie twice before ordering the book. What's mesmerizing is how well Gibson delivers McLeod's character. McLeod is a reclusive intellectual with a unique and harsh tone; many lines uttered to young Charles are not only unforgettable, but it is Gibson's voice that pierces the imagination while reading the book. A first for me, I have nothing but praise for Gibson's skill.

Otherwise, 'The Man without a Face' is an all-around good movie, good entertainment for all but the youngest members of the family.