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Writer's pictureGus Keller

Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery



Glass Onion is secondary to its predecessor but still capable. The mystery starts midway through, and thus, is rather potent. Meanwhile, the beginning establishes characters, relationships, and locations. Because the supporting players are less dynamic, this slower build-up can feel flat. Still, the cast relishes their hammy roles and the plot eventually kicks into high gear, so engagement is redeemed. The only sincere blemish is the ensemble's fairly unearned arcs. Where Knives Out felt satisfying, Glass Onion feels slightly forced. Nonetheless, dialogue is quippy, acting is enthused, symbolism is strong, and puzzles are curious. Overall, Glass Onion is an enjoyable thrill ride.


Technically, Glass Onion is bigger. Its production depicts supreme wealth through exotic settings, personalized outfits, and relevant decor. Its music utilizes fitting songs and a defining harpsichord. The cast is star-studded with bonus cameos. There's more CGI (which slightly distracts from the retro charm). The visuals utilize lighting, motion, focus, composition, and color. Its sound adds split cuts, stings, emphasis, volume, echoes, and smash cuts. Finally, the nonlinear editing uses intercuts, moving split screens, montages, dissolves, slo-mo, pacing, wipes, match cuts, and smash inserts. Ultimately, Glass Onion provides flash, tension, and fun that nearly match the original.


Writing: 7/10

Direction: 8/10

Cinematography: 8/10

Acting: 8/10

Editing: 9/10

Sound: 8/10

Score/Soundtrack: 9/10

Production Design: 9/10

Casting: 10/10

Effects: 7/10


Overall Score: 8.3/10

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