CRITICAL UPTAKE
Generally the critical evaluations of The Bank have been positive. There is a common appreciation for the 'bank - hating' plot as there is popular dislike for banks in reality. As Ed Gibbs form Empire magazine describes the concept of The Bank as 'a film about manipulating it's customers could hardly have been more apt' (1). The critics also focused on the plot (naturally) in their reviews. Once again most critics seemed satisfied with the plot with, as L. Keller states, its 'dramatic twist' (2). However, R. Kuiper states that the plot (along with the logic) 'is a little rocky at times' (2). His comment is refined as he also believes that the that the rockiness can be overlooked as the main idea of the film is solid. The critics were also satisfied with the acting performances. The review of the acting that best sums of the collective critics' opinions, is that written by A.L. Urban. He states that the three main actors (Wenham, Lapaglia, Budd) gave 'riveting performances'(2). Ending comment are usually reserved director/writer, Robert Connolly. Critics generally give Connolly credit for hi abilities in creating the right 'sense' about the film (most of these comments are in regard to choosing Melbourne as setting for The Bank and creating the bank's mundane atmosphere). Basically, The Bank has received positive reviews, which demonstrates the film's ability to satisfy it's critics - the audience. (1) Gibbs, E. 2002,'The Bank', Empire, March, p.101 (2) http://www.urbancinefile.com.au (Accessed 05/05/02)