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The work of Henry James requires another tone, perhaps, something that the creators have not taken well into consideration. The casting of Vincent Cassel, who has made a career playing tough guys was a surprise, as it shows a versatility from this actor, unknown to his film persona.
His Julien Barnes is a prissy man that, while liking the rich atmosphere in which he has come to live, is never quite at home being among these aristocrats. Caspar Salmon, who plays Morgan, makes an excellent contribution to the film. Jean-Pierre Marielle, a veteran screen actor appears as Armand, the patriarch of the family.
Carlo Varini, the cinematographer, captured the atmosphere that goes from splendor into decadence. The Polish exteriors, we believe they were photographed in Krakow, pass for the Russia where they are supposed to take place. Romano Musumarra is the composer of the musical score.
