A Journey of Knowledge
The more I thought about this film the more I grew to love it. It’s deceptively simple, hiding a very dense but profound perspective on seeing the world. It establishes its different characters earnestly, no one being wrong but simply ignorant. The cinematography is stunning as it’s full of such purpose, tying its visuals and narrative in a way I’ve not often seen. I strongly recommend this film.
I really under appreciated the film previously, it’s…
Steps Away From Greatness
This review is a bit different, a bit more general talk since I’ve seen it countless times.
This film was made in a very short space of time following the end of The Next Generation, and the place that’s most obvious is sadly the story. Certain aspects are under-explained, while others come straight out of left field. However, emotionally the film still hits, it plays specific cards right and results in a deeply flawed yet greatly…
A Film Out Of Time
I’ve been quite critical of Ridley Scott as of late, especially when it came to the Alien franchise. But wow did he impress me with this!
The narrative is great. Starting off in a very familiar structure that it then takes in its own direction, being both emotional and thrilling. It’s cliche, but I was definitely entertained.
The visual effects are fantastic. During the opening there are some shots that don’t quite look right, but…
Diegetic Nonlinearity
This film has messed with my head trying to piece everything together, though a lot of that is most likely self-imposed. But regardless, this film is incredible.
One of the most unique aspects is the narrative being told effectively in reverse. It’s not that simple, but of course I don’t want to tell too much here. Just know it shouldn’t work but absolutely does. A non-linear narrative with diegetic cause.
Guy Pearce is given the responsibility of carrying…
