Never has the passing of somebody I didn't know affected and saddened me as much as that of David Lynch. You know you're great and legendary when you have an adjective that celebrates the very unique style that you've pioneered and helped grow. Mulholland Drive exemplifies the very Lynchian nature of his portfolio and the one work of art that will stand the test of time for years and years to come. As sad I may be, I am also…
Simply the most preposterous idea put to screen turned into something so magical, enchanting and riveting. Incredible performances, razor sharp screenplay and a bonkers story, which takes celebrity obsession, capitalism and psychoanalysis to a whole new level. Probably would've been Sigmund Freud's most favourite film.
There are not many worse feelings than alienation, so when you have that one person you can share that sentiment with, you want to spend every moment with them and cherish every moment that you have together. Lost in Translation is very intimate, strong and character-driven, where one has to feel the atmosphere rather than trying to look for some kind of plot - that's not what this movie is about, it's about being able to relate to the ever-present…
Inoffensive, but also not very good. Inconclusive story with an underwhelming ending that just felt like a straight-to-DVD release for the most part. Pointless would be the best word to describe it.
Every now and then, I appreciate a pleasant surprise and this is one of them. I haven't seen Don Siegel's original movie, but as far as this version of Thomas P. Cullinan's novel is concerned, it succeeds in blending historical fiction with stark elements of thriller, whereas every single actor is on top of their game - I'd especially be hard-pressed to find many better performances by Colin Farrell in his stacked career, he's just one of the most underrated…
