There is a lot to admire about a film such as this. Visually it is striking and there are many moments of beauty and terror that are framed in ways that make us confront our feelings about difficult topics. The music is mostly spot on, the original score is fantastic as always with Geoff, but there are some expositional moments with music placements that are overlong and disrupt the flow of the film that seem to be done only for…
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A Ghost Story 2017
To many this film will be slow and too vague, maybe somewhat pointless, but for me it is right up my alley. The ambient nature of the atmosphere and look of this film is impeccable, the sound design and especially the score are carefully considered and patient. The plot moves slowly, but purposefully. I value films that give the viewer room to think and do not serve to emotionally manipulate; and this is a great example. It is in many…
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The Banshees of Inisherin 2022
Amazing performances by everyone. Never delves into pretension or leans too much into the quirkyness.
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Cold War 2018
There are many things to be gleaned from this story, but simply let it wash over you and relish the richness of the visuals, pick up what you can along the way. It is dark, desolate, passionate and beautiful all at once. Headphones recommended, the sound design is wonderfully intricate and integral.
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