Interstellar certainly has its flaws (with its half-cheesy, half-endearing sentimentality; over-exposition; and questionable plot holes) but I have to give Nolan credit for the ambitiousness of this film. It's also the first film I've seen by Nolan that feels strikingly emotional, rather than a predominantly cerebral cinematic spectacle.
As a sidenote, I'm sad I didn't get to see this in a cinema, as the visuals and music are wonderfully frisson-inducing.
Recently, I've had the opportunity to see a number of superb films in unusually quick, consecutive and successive fashion, and I have to say Drive My Car might be the best out of all of them. The film is phenomenal, both as an example of thoughtful, life-affirming and introspective cinema, and as an exceptional adaptation of a previous text (being inspired by Murakami's short story of the same name).
Hamaguchi constructs a beautiful and poignant film about the complex psychological…
What a lovely and humane film. I appreciated its gritty realist tone and empathetic view into the challenges faced by its protagonist, Sandra, who is forced to deal with a difficult economic and moral dilemma to save her job, whilst simultaneously struggling with her depression. The basic premise - about a woman who must convince her colleagues to renounce their bonuses so that she may keep her job - allowed for a brief but compelling examination into the varied perspectives…
This review may contain spoilers. I can handle the truth.
Watching Parasite was a surprisingly hilarious experience, especially in light of its sobering ideas. I couldn't help but see plenty of thematic parallels with Bong's earlier work Snowpiercer. Humorous and poignant commentary on a range of contemporary injustices were explored, from the growing rise of climate change refugees; the geopolitical power struggle surrounding nuclear deterrence; the underground universe of individuals living underneath many Asian cities; and complex discussions surrounding class struggle. The last point about class struggle was particularly effectively…
