Well, I certainly don't think I've seen another film like "Monsieur Hire", that's for sure. The plot is super-unusual and engaging. It's the story about a very disengaged man and his very unusual life.
Monsieur Hire is a loner and has no friends. In fact, he goes out of his way to not have friends. Most of his free time is spent watching from his apartment window--watching a lady in the apartment across from him. When another women is murdered, the suspicious neighbors naturally think this creepy little man is responsible. However, there is no proof.
Here is where it starts to get even more strange. One night when he's staring at the woman, she is startled to see him. Now you'd think she would call the police but doesn't. I could easily say what's going to happen next but don't want to spoil the many plot twists. Suffice to say, the film surprises the viewer again and again.
This is a film best enjoyed knowing little about it. However, a few words of warning. The film is very creepy and difficult to watch at times. And, if you are looking for a film with a happy ending or deep meaning, then this is NOT a film for you. But, if you have longed to see a movie that is different and can accept the film for what it is, then it's a real treat. A sad and ultimately depressing treat but a treat.
Monsieur Hire is a loner and has no friends. In fact, he goes out of his way to not have friends. Most of his free time is spent watching from his apartment window--watching a lady in the apartment across from him. When another women is murdered, the suspicious neighbors naturally think this creepy little man is responsible. However, there is no proof.
Here is where it starts to get even more strange. One night when he's staring at the woman, she is startled to see him. Now you'd think she would call the police but doesn't. I could easily say what's going to happen next but don't want to spoil the many plot twists. Suffice to say, the film surprises the viewer again and again.
This is a film best enjoyed knowing little about it. However, a few words of warning. The film is very creepy and difficult to watch at times. And, if you are looking for a film with a happy ending or deep meaning, then this is NOT a film for you. But, if you have longed to see a movie that is different and can accept the film for what it is, then it's a real treat. A sad and ultimately depressing treat but a treat.