(Flash Review)
If I were to look up in the encyclopedia what an artsy film with a vague narrative embodies, I'd expect to see this film as the example. While it was full of interpretative symbolism and laced with poetic dialog, I felt it was trying too hard. Maybe it is too stereotypical vs a unique film like Personas which is a more rewarding viewing of a similar tone. The story slowly revolves around a couple of angels that wander around the city listening to people's thoughts and dreams. One has the poetic desire to experience being human and feel authentic emotions as they feel. He also has the hots for an angelic trapeze artist as she floats high above also like an angel. Will the angel have his expectations met and will he be able to catch the attention of Ms. Trapeze? From the first frame and first two minutes, I knew this was going to be artsy and meaty, which I more often than not enjoy. It took over an hour to develop a tangible narrative as it lead off with a barrage incessant poetic ramblings. Lots of talk about the innocence of children who live without a care and how that changes as life passes. Will this angel tap into their carefree nature? A story line did finally take shape but was it too little too late?
If I were to look up in the encyclopedia what an artsy film with a vague narrative embodies, I'd expect to see this film as the example. While it was full of interpretative symbolism and laced with poetic dialog, I felt it was trying too hard. Maybe it is too stereotypical vs a unique film like Personas which is a more rewarding viewing of a similar tone. The story slowly revolves around a couple of angels that wander around the city listening to people's thoughts and dreams. One has the poetic desire to experience being human and feel authentic emotions as they feel. He also has the hots for an angelic trapeze artist as she floats high above also like an angel. Will the angel have his expectations met and will he be able to catch the attention of Ms. Trapeze? From the first frame and first two minutes, I knew this was going to be artsy and meaty, which I more often than not enjoy. It took over an hour to develop a tangible narrative as it lead off with a barrage incessant poetic ramblings. Lots of talk about the innocence of children who live without a care and how that changes as life passes. Will this angel tap into their carefree nature? A story line did finally take shape but was it too little too late?