Not a film for someone who goes to the movies expecting to not have to think. There were some long winded and slow parts, but ultimately I found it to be a fascinating look at the "human condition", and whatnot.
Personally, I was fascinated by the phillosophy behind it, LOVED the visuals, and found the character's story to be very interesting. But I can see where people would get lost and not care.
As for the acting, Tim Roth did a noticeably great job conveying the emotions of a man who suddenly finds himself becoming young again, but with the baggage of an old man.
I can't wait to see where Coppola goes from here, with Tetro. It seems to me that his visuals and old-school handling of cinematography are still beautiful, and I love the art shots that show up throughout the film.
I need to see it a few more times, but this could either work it's way into my favorite movies list, or I might not like again. Probably the former, though. Definitely an interesting movie.
Sunday, April 12, 2009
Le Procès (The Trial)
Damn. Just, Damn. A beautiful film about "justice" and "law", and the nightmare they can be twisted into. Especially important in today's world.
I now have a man-crush on Orson Welles. Just...damn.
I now have a man-crush on Orson Welles. Just...damn.
Paisà (Paisan)
A really good film. Each episode features a touching story, none of which is overdone and all which touch upon important aspects of the human condition, especially during wartime. Really quite moving, especially the ending. I'm starting to get into this neorealism stuff!
Wall-E
It's been a few years since I actually saw a Pixar movie, perhaps not since the Incredibles. I regret that, as I've loved every Pixar movie I've ever seen. Wall-E is no different.
A touching story of a robot in love. I cared for that metal guy in a way that I haven't cared about a machine since R2D2 when I was a child. The movie does a great job of balancing heart and message, all while showing off the best CG animation I've seen in the mainstream yet.
There were parts where I felt it could have been even more subtle in it's cuteness, bringing it short of being a masterpiece; parts where it seemed a little too obvious that the creators were going for "cute". But they are happily overlooked, simply because they are so cute.
The message about where humanity is headed was much appreciated, and I thought it was well handled. Had it been more subtle in this perhaps it could have been even more effective, but that's just nitpicking.
The first half-hour was wonderful. Having no dialogue for so long, and just seeing Wall-E's life was one of the most charming things I've seen in a long time.
Overall a really enjoyable movie, both for kids and adults.
A touching story of a robot in love. I cared for that metal guy in a way that I haven't cared about a machine since R2D2 when I was a child. The movie does a great job of balancing heart and message, all while showing off the best CG animation I've seen in the mainstream yet.
There were parts where I felt it could have been even more subtle in it's cuteness, bringing it short of being a masterpiece; parts where it seemed a little too obvious that the creators were going for "cute". But they are happily overlooked, simply because they are so cute.
The message about where humanity is headed was much appreciated, and I thought it was well handled. Had it been more subtle in this perhaps it could have been even more effective, but that's just nitpicking.
The first half-hour was wonderful. Having no dialogue for so long, and just seeing Wall-E's life was one of the most charming things I've seen in a long time.
Overall a really enjoyable movie, both for kids and adults.
Synechdoche, Ny
Beautiful movie. Epic but subtle. Sometimes dull but always chilling. The more you watch the more you realize that it's a movie about life. The movie isn't about the plot, it's about life and death and the emotions and roles we all play in between.
As for the plot, it masterfully illustrates this concept. Kaufman proves himself as a modern auteur, writing and directing this film that's somewhere in between Bergman and Fellini. Cotard's longing to recreate his life in order to rebuild his life is a story we all know. Everyone wants to make sense of their life. His successes and failures at trying to direct his life's play are a beautiful and brilliant metaphor.
It does drag slightly, but it's always interesting, all worth it, and the drag doesn't detract. The madness of Cotard is so brilliant, so worth watching and engaging. The set pieces are all magnificent, seamlessly critiquing and mastering the fact of movies.
The conclusion is chilling but beautiful. If you're engaged by the movie it's hard not to feel the ending.
As for the plot, it masterfully illustrates this concept. Kaufman proves himself as a modern auteur, writing and directing this film that's somewhere in between Bergman and Fellini. Cotard's longing to recreate his life in order to rebuild his life is a story we all know. Everyone wants to make sense of their life. His successes and failures at trying to direct his life's play are a beautiful and brilliant metaphor.
It does drag slightly, but it's always interesting, all worth it, and the drag doesn't detract. The madness of Cotard is so brilliant, so worth watching and engaging. The set pieces are all magnificent, seamlessly critiquing and mastering the fact of movies.
The conclusion is chilling but beautiful. If you're engaged by the movie it's hard not to feel the ending.
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