Other than its uncomfortable sex scenes, Rimini provides nothing really provocative, which is quite a shame since shock values are usually what the audience expects from Ulrich Seidl.
Compared to Seidl's previous masterpieces, Rimini is far less subversive, and far more symbolic with its sarcasm of European capitalism. Via the clashes of three generations of an Austrian family, Rimini presents a slice of reality albeit in unexpected smoke and mirrors. Richie Bravo is the central figure of this modern fable, a singing man long past his glory days, who preys on older women to make a living. Michael Thomas perfectly embodied such a sleazy yet memorable role with both his terrific singing and bold nudity.
Taken at face value, Rimini…