On paper, The Cello is fascinating.

Its also about a demoniccello.

The fault lies mostly with Turki Alalshikhs script, which he adapted from his own novel.

Jeremy Irons in The Cello

Jeremy Irons in The CelloImage: Destiny Media Entertainment

Here, Bousmans time in the Saw trenches is put to excellent use; the gore does not disappoint.

There, we learn more about the flamboyant conductor Nassers been glimpsing in his visions, played by Irons.

Thats not a dig on those less-recognizable actors, who are appealing despite their roles being underwritten.

Image: Destiny Media Entertainment

Image: Destiny Media Entertainment

The Cello opens today, December 8, in theaters.

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