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First, the Recap:
Paranoia. Psychosis. Delusion. It’s an absolute, paralyzing sensation to have your mind ruled by such potent and disconcerting forces, playing on dark fears and misconceptions with no basis for their existence other than the complete, unsettled feeling that someone is listening, someone is watching. The heart of the Cold War is beating strongly for a 1950’s-era couple, Oslo and Eva Alduars (Corey Page and Lisa Roumain), who sit down to enjoy a home-cooked meal. Despite Oslo’s sarcastically snarky demeanor and Eva’s total disdain in dealing with it, things seem to be progressing like a typical night in the Alduar household.
Then, without warning, the swells of the radio’s music cut out as the device itself goes to static, then nothing. Oslo’s immediate reaction is to begin recalling other recent circumstances involving a neighbor mentioning his radio went out before he was then never seen again. With Eva only able to ultimately sit by, listen, and observe, Oslo’s entire persona sinks further and further into an overtly suspicious, insecure, and increasingly panicked state of mind, convinced Communists are working their spy craft in and around their home. With the ring of a doorbell, innocent and totally unsuspecting local paper boy Benjamin Shaw (David Jay) becomes involuntarily immersed in Oslo’s insane ramblings, and soon accused of being what Oslo fears the most, a Communist spy. As events escalate, the outcome and truth of the situation comes storming in.
Next, my Mind:
With it’s wonderfully executed narrative and fiendishly clever plot points that so effectively illustrate the true nature of the Cold War’s effect on people’s thinking (while also making them just plain nuts!) which created over-the-top mistrust of everything around them, writer/director/co-producer Christiano Dias’ 14-minute nod to the Russian scare is top notch entertainment and perfectly engineered filmmaking. Utilizing crisp cinematography that emphasizes the period costuming and décor paired with the 1950’s-era music wafting through the vintage radio, it is more than easy for the viewer to get swept up in the proceedings. Add to all of this, as hinted above, a fantastically crafted finale and actors who pull it off in style, this is indeed dark comedy at its best. Perhaps that’s what hits you the most–you will be laughing despite the edgy delivery.
Page is absolutely excellent in his portrayal of Oslo, able to go from the character’s apparently normal acerbic state of mind into high-order, full-on, raging breaks from reality that reveal his unconcealed madness and consternation once confronted with all the badly timed occurrences that manifest. Likewise, Jay embodies one terrified paper boy to exceedingly effective degree as Benjamin Shaw, a poor soul who comes selling subscriptions in a total “wrong place, wrong time” scenario. Watching Page’s emotive facial expressions showcase Shaw’s building concern for his well being as Oslo rants and raves is priceless and filled with resolve as the character is backed into an unwanted corner. Roumain’s Eva has the dubious honor of being a discomforted witness and haggard listener throughout most of the film’s events, but honestly, let that not take anything away from a brilliantly understated performance. Plus, she gets a superb moment to finish it all off.
In summary, “Hurricane” is, again, dark comedy at its best without being unnecessarily crude, offensive, or even cynical to get its message across. Rather, it simply touches, even if to some extremes for comedic purposes, the actuality of Cold War alarm and the discomposure it rained down on American households. It also shows that, maybe, it wasn’t the greatest time to be knocking on doors after dark, and that perhaps it’s a good idea to really look at all the facts before taking any actions!
As always, this is all for your consideration and comment. Until next time, thank you for reading!
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