The Man in the Hat

Acting, directing, story line, filmography, music and scenery.

This is one of THOSE movies. It sticks with you long after you've watched it. You know, when something from the movie pops into your head a week later? And maybe you knit your forehead, raise an eyebrow, simply grin, or laugh out-loud a little?

I'm smiling right now thinking of one particular scene. But there are many in there, on many levels.

Funny as anything, and sometimes infinitely sad. Exciting too, and most certainly, curiosity filled & entertaining.

The writers must be geniuses. The cinematography magnificent. Direction masterfully fluid & seamless. The music so perfect. And Ciarán Hinds? Wow.

Reminds me, I have to watch it again tonight.

A very nice, entertaining movie. If you're looking for huge action and car chases keep looking. If you want a interesting saga with little dialog this is it. Comedy, drama, love and intrigue, The Man in the Hat has it all. An enjoyable journey with a kind hearted man.

I was hooked on this after 10 minutes of watching it while wondering what is it? Actually after that time I didn't care, I just wanted more of it! John-Paul Davidson and Stephen Warbeck were holding me tight in their artistic hands and didn't let me go... not that I wanted!

Made in a magnificent manner - full of nostalgia and love for life, this film about a man with a hat traveling through the rural districts of southeastern France in the summer, will satisfy all your senses. Reaching a great climax of scenic views incorporating peculiarities and serendipitous ways of life, the directing duo reminded me of Jacques Tati!

Captivating music, astonishing cinematography, fantastic acting, fascinating directing... Do not miss it if you love an incredible artistic film!

Very charming movie full of allegories and symbols to discover, it hits the bull's eye when it comes to what the soul of a retired man has left to live, when so much is lost in his memories.

Positivism and Optimism are the magic words as opposed to suicide. If you plan to leave our crazy society and travel to see the beauty of nature and natural people, don't miss.

Hinds plays an ordinary Joe driving through France haunted in some way - a photo of a woman is always with him - and pursued by a group of guys who he saw commit a crime.

Wonderful piece of whimsy, essentially silent and heavily influenced by Jacques Tati, it is beautiful to watch, often funny, often sad and supported throughout by a sensational soundtrack. Not to all tastes, it is slow, a bit weird and the plot is negligible, but for something to relax to to which you will continue to think about after it's ended, it's hard to beat.