Although I'm a big fan of whodunits, I thought Kenneth Branagh's first two Poirot films were only okay. He definitely brings a lot of passion to the role, and the cast was impressive each time, but somehow the previous films seemed a bit old-fashioned. There was rarely any real suspense, and "Death on the Nile" wasn't exactly a visual treat either. Fortunately, this is a bit different with "A Haunting in Venice." The third Branagh/Poirot installment does a lot better than its predecessors. Already, the setting in Venice is great, plus there is a light, creepy atmosphere that suits the film very well. Furthermore, the case is much more engaging as a mystery this time around. Although I would still say that "A Haunting in Venice" is also a bit stale and the cast is no longer quite as prominent. But overall, it is still clearly the highlight of the trilogy for me.