If it was never new, and it was never old, then it’s a folk song.
I can’t believe I’m saying this, but with this- my third- viewing I’m ready to declare it. There Will Be Blood may have finally been dethroned. This might just be my favourite film.
But, it comes with a caveat. I don’t think I would have the resonance, or this constant thought of the film, had it been watched on release. I had no reason not to…