I’m broken.
It has already been stated but I repeat: newcomer Owen Cooper has produced the most outstanding performance of the year.
• Realistic portrayals.
• Provocative and a up to date theme.
• Each episode is filmed as a single continuous take which turns out perfect.
Stephen Graham also shows once again what a great actor he is, the final scene is among the best I've seen in a long time.
“I’m sorry son, I should have done better.”
Co-worker: I've got a slogan already: "Reliable garbage disposal since 1986."
Nikander: But that's now.
Co-worker: That's why it catches the eye.
This is the sixth film by Kaurismäki that I have seen and as usual a longing for more is awakened.
Kitchen sink realism à la finland has really become my cup of tea. It is extremely everyday, grey and has occasional misery. Maybe something that not everyone appreciates, but I'm laughing happily that I discovered this movie treasure.
Very basic Beck. Good enough on a lazy sunday evening.
Jiminy Cricket: Well... guess he won't need me anymore. What does an actor want with a conscience, anyway?
Let's start with the animation, which is both imaginative and lovely to watch. The film itself is actually a bit better than I remember, the story takes many turns and it never gets boring.
I also like that the whole thing takes place in several different environments. But above all, I like that the movie has a darker, more adult tone with a balanced dose of humor.
The part with Pleasure Island is a highlight, definitely wonderfully twisted (really scary when I was younger!!).
