Director:
Kenneth Branagh
Screenplay:
Adam Cozad
David Koepp
based on the characters invented by Tom Clancy
Main Cast:
Chris Pine
Kenneth Branagh
Kevin Costner
Keira Knightley
The main problem with this film is that it is a spy story that does not feel like one because of its lacking cinematography. Each frame is languid, there is no sense of urgency and no sense of discomfort to rattle the viewer. The film's unremarkable score follows suit. As for the script, the characters are not clearly outlined, which makes it hard to empathize with Jack Ryan's struggles, despite a good effort from Chris Pine. Kenneth Branagh's direction feels too laid back, even disinterested at times, but he excels as the film's villain, complete with a spot-on Russian accent.
LINK to a very recent article about Chris Pine's regrets concering the film:
http://variety.com/2014/film/news/chris-pine-deeply-regrets-not-getting-jack-ryan-right-1201388184/
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