From Hell (2001)

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From Hell (2001) is a mystery thriller film directed by the Hughes Brothers and written by Terry Hayes and Rafael Yglesias. It is based on the graphic novel of the same name by Alan Moore and Eddie Campbell about the Jack the Ripper murders. The film stars Johnny Depp as Inspector Fred Abberline, the lead investigator of the murders, and Heather Graham as Mary Kelly, a prostitute targeted by the Ripper. Other cast members include Ian Holm, Robbie Coltrane, Ian Richardson and Jason Flemyng.

  • Directors: Albert Hughes and Allen Hughes are known for directing the films Menace II Society (1993), Dead Presidents (1995), and The Book of Eli (2010).
  • Writers: Terry Hayes is known for writing the films The Road Warrior (1981), Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome (1985), and The Proposition (2005). Rafael Yglesias is known for writing the films Traffic (2000), The Constant Gardener (2005), and Fair Game (2010).
  • Release Date: October 19, 2001 (United States)
  • Domestic Box Office: $30.5 million

From Hell (2001)

The Good: The film’s visuals are stunning, and the performances are top-notch. Depp is particularly good as Abberline, and Graham is heartbreaking as Mary Kelly. The film also does a good job of exploring the social and political context of the Jack the Ripper murders.

The Bad: The film is slow-paced at times, and the plot can be confusing. Some viewers may also find the violence to be too graphic.

Top 5 Cast:

  • Johnny Depp as Inspector Fred Abberline
  • Heather Graham as Mary Kelly
  • Ian Holm as Sir William Gull
  • Robbie Coltrane as Sgt. Peter Godley
  • Ian Richardson as Sir Charles Warren

The Ripper is a mystery to us all, but he is also a product of his time. – Inspector Fred Abberline

Critical Reviews:

  • “A stylish and atmospheric thriller that is both visually arresting and thought-provoking.” – Roger Ebert, Chicago Sun-Times
  • “A dark and disturbing film that is not for the faint of heart.” – Peter Travers, Rolling Stone
  • “A visually stunning and atmospheric film that is both a faithful adaptation of the graphic novel and a unique and original work of art.” – Stephen Holden, The New York Times
  • “A well-made and engrossing film that is sure to please fans of the graphic novel and the Jack the Ripper story.” – Owen Gleiberman, Entertainment Weekly

Cinematic Importance: From Hell (2001) is a visually stunning and atmospheric film that is both a faithful adaptation of the graphic novel and a unique and original work of art. The film is sure to please fans of the Jack the Ripper story, and it is also a must-see for fans of dark and disturbing thrillers.

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