Not sure why it took me so long to get around to this movie, but I’m so glad I gave it a chance! On paper, it’s right up my alley; I love stories that explore familial relationships in an interesting way and I can’t resist a charismatic old man. This movie incorporates both those elements to the max. I can’t think of another film that does a better job of depicting the relationship between a private father and an inquisitive son. This thing had me in tears by the end. Probably my favorite Tim Burton movie.
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An American Werewolf in London 1981
A great blend of horror and comedy that never delves too deep into either genre at the expense of the other. I’m writing this after having watched The Kid Detective so I’m seeing a lot of similarities there in how the two films balance the use of conflicting genres without becoming tonally inconsistent. Both these films are exemplary in their ability to find comedy in tragedy without lampooning the subject matter into meaninglessness. That’s much more difficult than these two films make it appear and that’s as good a recommendation as I can give for either of them.
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The Souvenir 2019
The Souvenir is a difficult film, in both its construction and subject matter. Abuse and addiction are not easy topics to address, especially at the same time. However, Joanna Hogg manages to tackle these issues with a deft and delicate touch; going far beneath the surface and crafting something very intimate and human. Hogg takes an unconventional approach to storytelling, leaving the most important events off-screen and focusing instead on the fleeting moments that surround them. The final product is…
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