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Movie Reviews of Uncovered
Movie Review: Kate Beckinsale - uncovered!
Summary: 4 Stars
This an entertaining although significantly contrived story that has a certain winning charm to it. The primary selling point is Kate Beckinsale, and this movie is a must for all Kate fans out there (you know who you are!).
The plot centers around a murder mystery that originates from a (previously hidden) inscription on a painting that is hundreds of years old. There is one scene that stands out above all others, where Kate is gazing at the painting. NOT ONLY does she look fantastic topless, but there is also a nice bit of symbolism in how the removal of her clothes = the uncovering of the inscription & offers a "revealation" of sorts.
This deciphering of a mystery that is the center of the film, and that scene is the "heart" of the movie. While some may feel it was an excuse for gratuitous nudity, I really think it had some symbolic relevance. But, that's just me.
When you boil it down, this film will attract people who are fans of one or more of the following three things: Kate Beckinsale, chess and murder mysteries. People who are into art & art history might perchance be attracted to this film as well. Those who enjoy it may also want to check out KNIGHT MOVES starring Christopher Lambert.
Movie Review: Murder as an Art Form...
Summary: 4 Stars
Barcelona, Spain, is the setting for 1994's "Uncovered", a murder mystery starring a young Kate Beckinsale as Julia, a art restorer. Her current project is a Flemish painting of a Medievil chess game. She uncovers a hidden inscription, placing in question the sale of the painting and seemingly triggering a series of mysterious deaths.
The plot is loaded with potential suspects, from a greedy art agent to a two-timing boyfriend to a gay art dealer and even a gypsy chess player. The solution is to be found in the recreation of the chess game in the painting, which seems to provide clues to the victims.
The plot will eventually become a little obvious to sharp-eyed viewers, but the movie is worth watching for the way it revels in the setting and its own sense of melodrama. A sharp cast of British characters actors helps carry the movie; if a certain amount of scenery chewing goes on, it is all in good fun. "Uncovered" is highly recommended, especially to Kate Beckinsale fans, as a reasonably entertaining murder mystery.
Movie Review: A nice murder mystery
Summary: 4 Stars
I must agree with the first two reviews. This is an interesting little murder mystery with the fetching Ms. Beckinsale as an art restorer caught up in a centuries old murder mystery based on a painting. Only problem is, someone in the here and now is using that same painting to do some murders of their own. It's a light and breezy kind of amateur sleuth flick. You could do a lot worse, and if you're a fan of Kate Beckinsale, you'll enjoy this film. Except perhaps for Kate's unshaved armpits (the film is set in Europe). And yes, there are some scenes of Kate "uncovered".
Movie Review: UNCOVERED
Summary: 4 Stars
This film is based on the international Best-selling novel THE FLANDERS PANEL by the Author of THE NINTH GATE.Julia (Kate beckinsale) is a beautiful art restorer,is pulled into a shadowy world of murder when through her work,she discovers an unresolved murder from centuries ago that seems to have triggered a new wave of murders.As those closet to the painting die-it becomes a race to find out who is behind the murders and why before she becomes the next victim. is a good movie.Movie Review: A young Kate Beckinsale is sensuous in this mystery.
Summary: 4 Stars
If you liked the sensuousness of "The Dreamers", you will like
a decade younger Kate and her nubile body in this mystery. Her british accent is natural, so turn up the sound a little and closely follow all the hints to her predicament. It's a
good bargain of a sexy late-night flick that is well acted. It is provactive, yet intriguing.