A Prayer Before Dawn defines what an experiential piece of cinema is. Its narrative is nothing groundbreaking & there is very little dialogue & expositions however, Jean-Stephane Sauvaire conveys the horrors of Thai prison culture masterfully. Sauvaire's flair for authenticity paves the way, through settings, characters, and filmmaking pieces such as the absence of translations & well staged prison drama & chaos. The sense of realism from these feats captivates, as we are placed right smack in the middle of the grime and intensity that becomes Billy's backdrop of perpetual struggle. Joe Cole's performance furthers the picture's genuine appeal, through impressive portrayal of brokenness & madness, that ushers an engrossing odyssey for redemption.
Overall, A Prayer Before Dawn is an impeccable piece of storytelling, that succeeds in immersing its audience to Billy's punishing ordeal through unembellished screenplay & genuine lore. The viewing experience is then far from comfortable, but offers enticing rewards. Did i mention that the Muay Thai sequences were topnotch too?
Overall, A Prayer Before Dawn is an impeccable piece of storytelling, that succeeds in immersing its audience to Billy's punishing ordeal through unembellished screenplay & genuine lore. The viewing experience is then far from comfortable, but offers enticing rewards. Did i mention that the Muay Thai sequences were topnotch too?