Movie - L'Homme du Train

Another excellent movie for our Thanksgiving movie marathons. A leisurely paced character observation. The developing relationship between the gentleman retired teacher Manesquier and the bank robber Milan is mesmerizing. It was an excellent reflection on that 'road not taken'. The understated performances of both actors really emphasized the scenes and highlighted the dialogue in a way an overwrought performance couldn't have.

One evocative scene was the two of them quietly sharing a meal, and Manesquier asks Milan if he's really going to rob the bank that day (yup), then expresses his wish and disappointment that he can't participate cause he really can't reschedule his appointment. All delivered in a matter-of-fact, typical conversational tone.