The mystery is the first in a three party series by deceased author Stieg Larsson, whose Swedish originals were huge hits in his homeland and around the world. Hollywood quickly scooped it up, with the Oscar nominated Fincher directing Daniel Craig (Layer Cake) as Mikael Blomkvist and Rooney Mara (The Social Network) as the titular inked anti-heroine.
My big question was whether the American version would delve into how sexual the source material was. From the early looks, the answer seems to be a resounding yes. I have, and continue to be completely on board with Mara. I'm still somewhat amazed by her transformation; the way she has absorbed the essence of the novels is pretty remarkable, and the fact that she hasn't been afraid of letting go of her inhibitions is a welcome sight.
The trailer (which I'm sure will be completely legit in the very near future. Word is that it screened in front of some Canadian audiences for The Hangover II.) is pretty frenetic, with a neverending collection of short cuts and hasty glimpses. In case you're wondering, the song that's featured throughtout is "Immigrant Song" by the now Academy Award winning composer Trent Reznor (formerly of Nine Inch Nails), along with Karen O of the Yeah Yeah Yeah's who do their best Led Zeppelin impression.
"The Feel Bad Movie of Christmas" indeed.
If you're curious as what Mara did and will look like, I suggest you read on (and click accordingly).
The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo gets down and freaky come December 21, 2011.
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