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Although, my expectations for this movie were pretty low it delivered in a way that was surprising enjoyable. Directed by the same man who brought us Nacho Libre and Napoleon Dynamite (Jared Hess), this movie presents the same blend of absurd humor and silliness that I think everyone needs a little of right now. Would recommend to both fans and non-fans of Minecraft.
Although, this film gained a lot of Oscar buzz unfortunately, I found myself consistently checking to see when it would be over. I did not feel any empathy or care for the characters and found that i wanted to slap each of them at least once. This is a classic Oscar bait movie that left me bored and wishing that i had my 2 hours back. It was amazing to see Sean Baker acquire so much recognitions for his work but, It is clear to me that I am not the right audience for this film.
Beautifully awkward and wonderfully authentic. Through the eyes of a tourist in a small blip of these characters, Jesse Eisenberg’s writing takes us through the unique juxtaposition between emotional spontaneity and reserved, repressed adulthood. Kieran Culkin’s character presents the complex emotions that can be hard to stave off while Eisenberg seems to represent the requirement for emotional control. This is simple, character driven story telling at its finest, or at least as fine as you will see in an age of consumerism and binging. This film invites you take a seat enjoy the story and listen to some Chopin along the way.
Conclave provides an insight into the word of bureaucratic ecclesiastical polity and explores the competing tensions between humanity and tradition. This film places the audience in sequestration inviting us all into a world we know little about free from the complications of the outside world. Ralph Fiennes seems play the the part of John the Baptist, preparing the way for new leadership in the form of a new pope. Feinnes provides a deep exploration into a man who struggles between the divine and the aforementioned polity. This film is the perfect encapsulation of both incredible writing and beautiful cinematography.
