All too often we know Johnny Depp with elaborate make-up, but in our today’s TV tip he does not hide his face. In From Hell, Depp hunts the notorious serial killer Jack the Ripper, historical facts with fictional elements The plot and characters are based on the award-winning graphic novel of the same name by Alan Moore and Eddie Campbell.
Saturday on TV: This is what the scary thriller From Hell is about
London, in the late 19th century: Investigator Frederick Abberline (Depp) is tasked with solving the gruesome murders of the mysterious Jack the Ripper. In doing so, he comes across a Labyrinth of suspects and political intrigueAs Abberline gets deeper and deeper into a web of secrets and conspiracies, his personal demons grow too. Time is running out if he Identity of the notorious murderer wants to uncover before he himself perishes.
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Johnny Depp in From Hell
From Hell: Visually strong, with weaknesses in the plot
The story of the mysterious serial killer Jack the Ripper has been filmed countless times. While the graphic novel by Alan Moore and Eddie Campbell was highly praised and won awards, the comic book adaptation From Hell only managed mixed reviews received. FILMSTARTS says:
The highly talented young directors Allen and Albert Hughes try their hand at a film adaptation and inspire with sensationally harmonious atmospherebut fail due to the complexity of the template.
This is in line with the general consensus of the critics, who praise the acting performance in addition to the visually impressive images and the dark atmosphere. Moviepilot community awards 7.1 points for the dark thriller with Johnny Depp.
When will From Hell with Johnny Depp be on TV?
Sat 1 shows the Jack the Ripper thriller in the night on the Sunday, June 2nd at 00:55Unfortunately, there is no repeat, but you can stream From Hell at any time on Disney+ with a subscription.
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