it wasn't until later that i realised steve buscemi's interview was a remake. had i been aware i would have watched the original. why remake something only four years old?

without having all of this in mind, though, i enjoyed the film. it is clever and sneaky and keeps you guessing. in the end i didn't care for either of the characters, as they both seem far too self-absorbed. but their the slow reveal of their motivations is well executed. buscemi is one of those actor/directors who is full of surprises. despite being a likely unnecessary remake, i'd still recommend this.

i like the little note in his wikipedia bio about john waters wanting him to play waters if there is ever a biopic done. i'd pay to see that any day.