I can now confidently assert my belief that the restored and re-edited version of this film is truly as close to what Cimino believed his original version would be: an American epic for the ages.
I find it a tragedy, however, that this film is most infamous for the controversy surrounding its production. Its reputation and legacy was unfortunately already marred after its original first screening onwards, preventing audiences from being able to authentically experience the beauty and power of…
Immaculately captures the vibe of the time. Very stylised e.g costume deign. Great performance by Kingsley Ben-Adir who literally becomes Robert (or how i imagine he was). Enjoyed the symbolism of his father evolving into Haile Selassie on the horse.
I live for Bob Marley football montages.
However falls into the unavoidable biopic trap. Over-dramatises everything, has to invent fictional scenes, tries to fit a whole life (or the embodiment of a whole life) into 1 hour 45. Furthermore it…
