http://www.directorsnotes.com/2009/10/25/dn-lff09-the-limits-of-control-jim-jarmusch/
To breakdown the plot of The Limits of Control, would be like unwrapping a riddle that's wrapped in an enigma, the film transcends conventional narrative and is more about atmosphere and intrigue, than story and plot development. Watching Jarmusch's film reminded me of an old quote about Jazz musicians, "It's not the notes you play, it's the notes you don't play" and with his latest feature, the cult director manages to say so much by having his characters say so little. n essence the movie focuses on the Lone Man (Isaach De Bankolé, the coolest, smoothest, most smartly dressed man you'll seen on screen this year, if not this decade), a hit man sent to Spain to follow a treasure-hunt like trail of coded messages to his target. Jarmusch uses to his advantage are the facial features of lead performer Isaach De Bankolé, whose chiseled good looks and unyielding eyes gives the Lone Man the level of mystery needed to make this film work. It's one of those roles you can't imagine anyone else filling and a performance that should elevate Bankolé from bit player to fully fledged leading man. This movie has its own Facebook fan page: http://www.facebook.com/TheLimitsOfControl
