Fortune Defies Death

The family lawyer plays a smooth and moderate host to great effect, and the rest of the group is also believable - they have so much fun when interact with each other in the room - I really enjoy some of the wise and humorous dialogues. I think the locations are all natural and beautiful. The story has a strong backbone with different timeframes told through flashbacks, all of which can get you very emotional. Regardless of number of death, I prefer it defined as a mystery drama over a thriller. If you're a type of essential horror flicks lovers, then perhaps this is not for you.

Brew slow but jaw-dropping with an unexpected climax as you really get the moment of "Oh my!" While the movie with the characters is ultimately driven by greed, dangerously played between life and death, there is an intense atmosphere of dread and stress throughout, sown wonders of how the tragedy can really last so long, of all resulted in a terrifying conclusion. The final twist in the last act is "like a box of chocolates, you never know what you're gonna get" (Forrest Gump). But the story does not intentionally offer the ferocity alone, but more to a package designed to stir the senses through a powerful storyline along with beautiful sentimental musical score that would make you feel nothing but a heartwarming experience. Technical works including performance are well integrated. Time will tell - this movie is going to be one of the best!

Just found two identical bad reviews (as low as 1). Are those 2 reviews from same person??? The comments written in these 2 reviews has nothing more than an attack. Whoever is this, please - you can't treat a film like a personal matter if you hate someone there. Film is a team effort. So listen up, people! Please skip those reviews and don't let this negative energy lock you down. You deserve better - Go get a life or watch the goddam film. You don't have to like this film but write something significant. This film has a lot of awards and got to have something than "nothing". I think it's a great film, specially the storyline is super intelligent. But I found some repetitive information in the early half of the film, I would prefer to cut the film 8-10 minutes shorter. I think this film has huge potential so I would be happy to see a big studio to remake with super stars. Must be a hit.

I'm surprised that this is a debut movie. The deliberately captivated storyline, the truly unforgettable characters, the spirally twisted suspense, the consistently enticing pace, and the well-crafted narration are all exceptionally fantastic!

Director Jennifer Hulum let her great cast booze up with those versatile characters, partly because of this sharp-witted screenplay written by great writers. The setting also gives a lavish presentation to the surroundings. With an eloquent combination of cinematography and editing, while the movie couldn't claim to be a classic mystery, it is a complacent, laid back and enjoyable entertainment, that's clever enough to keep you guessing until the end.