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Oscar Isaac stars in wild Dante manuscript mystery
25 Jun
Summary
- The film follows a manuscript of Dante's Divine Comedy.
- Oscar Isaac portrays both Nick Tosches and Dante himself.
- The movie has received mixed reviews from critics.
The new Netflix drama, In the Hand of Dante, starring Oscar Isaac and Gerard Butler, is now available for streaming. This film is an adaptation of Nick Tosches' 2002 novel, centering on the legendary manuscript of Dante Alighieri's Divine Comedy.
The narrative unfolds as the original manuscript is discovered in the Vatican library, subsequently falling into the possession of a New York mob boss. Its journey continues as it reaches author Nick Tosches, portrayed by Isaac, who also embodies Dante in sequences depicting the creation of the masterpiece.
Following its premiere at last year's Venice Film Festival and a brief theatrical run in the US, the movie is accessible on Netflix. The ensemble cast includes Jason Momoa, John Malkovich, Gal Gadot, Al Pacino, and Martin Scorsese, with Julian Schnabel directing and co-writing.
Critics have offered varied opinions on In the Hand of Dante. While some reviews acknowledge its captivating, albeit uneven, nature, others find it to be an uncompelling disaster. The film's critical score currently stands at 38% on Rotten Tomatoes.
