A somberly paced thriller, at first boring but eventually contemplative. Nicholson delivers with intensity and naturalism as always. I was able to rely on his performance for information when the plot was fleeting in the artistry. This is my first experience with Antonioni and I’ve been thoroughly sold on his style and attitude. His direction is very interesting, giving way for themes and ideas to overrun the plot. The exotic locations of The Passenger are really a character in this film and were thoroughly utilized, whether it be for suspense, romance, or whatever. The simple effect of not using music is foreboding and mysterious, just as it is in No Country For Old Men. It’s a dense movie, slow going and plot heavy, and definitely deserves more than one go around.