With the train stuck and the killer still on board, Poirot must interrogate a diverse group of elite passengers, including: Judi Dench The Widow: Michelle Pfeiffer The Governess: Daisy Ridley The Professor: Willem Dafoe 🎨 Visuals and Style One of the film's strongest assets is its sheer beauty.
Set in 1934, the story follows world-renowned Belgian detective (played by Branagh himself). While traveling on the luxury Orient Express, the train is stalled by an avalanche. In the dead of night, an American businessman, Edward Ratchett ( Johnny Depp ), is found murdered in his cabin.
If you love a cozy mystery with incredible production value, this trip on the Orient Express is definitely worth your time. 🕵️♂️✨ Murder on the Orient Express(2017)
Unlike the 1974 version, Branagh’s Poirot is more conflicted and human, grappling with the morality of justice ( Willow and Thatch ). What didn't:
While the ending remains the same, some "action" scenes were added that purists felt didn't fit the original book's tone. 💡 Final Thoughts With the train stuck and the killer still
Some viewers found the middle act to be a bit slow or "plodding" compared to more modern thrillers ( Rotten Tomatoes ).
Shot on 65mm film, the visuals are crisp and expansive ( Agatha Christie Wiki ). In the dead of night, an American businessman,
All Aboard the Mystery Express: Is the 2017 Remake Worth the Ride?
With the train stuck and the killer still on board, Poirot must interrogate a diverse group of elite passengers, including: Judi Dench The Widow: Michelle Pfeiffer The Governess: Daisy Ridley The Professor: Willem Dafoe 🎨 Visuals and Style One of the film's strongest assets is its sheer beauty.
Set in 1934, the story follows world-renowned Belgian detective (played by Branagh himself). While traveling on the luxury Orient Express, the train is stalled by an avalanche. In the dead of night, an American businessman, Edward Ratchett ( Johnny Depp ), is found murdered in his cabin.
If you love a cozy mystery with incredible production value, this trip on the Orient Express is definitely worth your time. 🕵️♂️✨
Unlike the 1974 version, Branagh’s Poirot is more conflicted and human, grappling with the morality of justice ( Willow and Thatch ). What didn't:
While the ending remains the same, some "action" scenes were added that purists felt didn't fit the original book's tone. 💡 Final Thoughts
Some viewers found the middle act to be a bit slow or "plodding" compared to more modern thrillers ( Rotten Tomatoes ).
Shot on 65mm film, the visuals are crisp and expansive ( Agatha Christie Wiki ).
All Aboard the Mystery Express: Is the 2017 Remake Worth the Ride?