This movie is fit for those for whom cinematography is the sole draw. The sweeping views, dramatic skies, and desert landscapes are impressive, and well presented with wind and shadow. The story is frustrating. The viewer is left to figure too much out for him or herself. There is completely pointless nudity which seems to be there to draw viewers. Who cares about a genital shot of John Malkovich or the pubic hair of Deborah Winger. The acting is outstanding. Winger is phenomenal and probably gives her best performance. Malkovich is appropriately type-cast and fits like a glove. The story is painful. It starts nowhere, ends nowhere, and leaves you baffled throughout. Too many threads are left unexplained. Characters appear and disappear without so much as hint of development. Situations develop, then "poof" they end and you are left to try and forget them. This film is artistically beautiful, but, not for those who love a good story. I feel like I opened a book in the middle of chapter 5 and lost it while somewhere in chapter 12.
Review of The Sheltering Sky
