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Harold and Maude (1971)
Wow! Beautifully magical and twisted film!
There are so many ways to interpret this film in terms of its meaning. But the most resounding thing about it is the dichotomy of life being both meaningless and magical at the same time. Both Harold and Maude are manifestations of this theory.
Harold as a self-mutilating miserable boy who wants to make his mom think he's killed him self in a plethora different situations where he stages different types of suicide attempts. With Maude who "borrows" cars and lives life to the fullest by appreciating and enjoying every finite moment she has left on this earth.
Together, these characters make a wonderful pairing because although they are seemingly approaching life differently, they are also complimentary to one another in the stage of life that they both find themselves in when they meet.
Above all this film shows that death although scary, should not be treated as a reason to live a dreadful existence but rather to live life to the fullest because death is coming for all of us. Them meeting each other as a result of both attending random people's funerals is also the perfect metaphor for this to represent there stance on life at the time. Funerals are inherently a double edged sword because on one hand they are very dreary and depressing, but on the other are supposed to be a celebration of the life of someone that hopefully had an impact on those attending that funeral in some way. This reflects the dichotomy of life and of these two charcuterie who find themselves bonding over there different outlooks and embracing one another's personalities and gaining something for each others presence.
This film is a beautiful celebration of life and friendship and does so in a very dark, yet beautiful sort of way. It shows that there cannot be darkness without light and there is both in everything, it just depends on which direction you want to place your focus on. Also a magnificently chosen song to end the movie with Cat Stephens' "If you want to sing out, sing out" closing out the movie and Harold playing the banjo that Maude gives him after pretending to drive off a cliff in his final fake suicide attempt. Truly an amazing movie with endless layers of mystery and metaphors to ponder upon watching.
The Color of Money (1986)
Money won is twice as sweet as money earned
Pretty good movie with the signature Scorsese camera work and cinematography. Overall, a very straight forward story about a washed out old man who takes a younger kid under his wing to be his stake horse in the hopes of him winning in AC as a sleeper seed.
Eventually the old man comes back and ends up playing his protege in the semi finals of the tournament. However, the younger player, played by Cruise, throws the game. Also called "splashing"
Overall a pretty good movie. The writing is good, but feels random at times and like it docent lead to anything. The vibe of the film is very nostalgic and feels very real and visceral.
Favorite lines and quotes:
Eddie Felson:
"Money won is twice as sweet as money earned."
"That kid has a sledge hammer of a break"
pool cue name: Balabushka.
Shithouse (2020)
Very Effective and Raw Script
This film is very emotionally poignant from the beginning. What it does well is depict the loneliness of being at a new school as an introvert. The acting is very well done and there are many well written and conceived scenes comedically.
Overall the film the centers around a kid who go's to college and is finding it troublesome to fit in. Eventually though he and wins over the girl by the end of the story and after a 2.5 year fast forward jump. But the story basically outlines the love he has for his family and the appreciation he has for there unconditional love. He try's to find that in Maggie but she is resistant at first and embarrassed to be around him. This forces him to find himself before using someone
as a plug to fill an emotional hole.
Overall this story just depicts possibly common and some not so common sequences an introverted freshman at a new college might have. These events are well written though, even while being simple in action. Which means that this film will either enthrall you or bore you, depending on how well ur life experience can relate. However, what this film particularly does well is depict the modern experience, which is why ages 18-35 will find it most enjoyable.
Ta'm e guilass (1997)
Amazing
This film depicts the beast of suicidal desires in a way that is so heartbreaking yet beautiful. There is no way of articulating just how this film is able to cause the feelings in the viewer. The rawness of emotion is unbelievably gripping and the scenery that lapses along with it completely fits the tone of the main character. It is a teetering of emotional stress and love that is unparalleled to any other film that has tackled the topic of suicide. Although it is simple on the surface level, I could not look away for one moment and was feeling the whirlwind of emotion that the main character felt in a way that was incredibly profound and jarring. This is a film that is important not just for the world of cinema, but for humanity at large. It is a must watch for literally anyone. Phenomenal filmmaker!!
Inside Llewyn Davis (2013)
Interesting Storyline, But a Bit Underdeveloped.
The film has a lot of intrigue following the first 15 minutes. Llewyn Davis is a drifter from couch to couch as he tries to obtain a career as a folk singer in greenwich village New York. The story details his struggles of wanting to maintain the sanctity of his art, while also trying stay afloat financially. There are numerous personal problems that he encounters along the way. However, I do not feel as if the character is given any chief conflict or resolution. The film is not one that satisfies that itch for me as much of the Coen Brothers other work does, but that is certainly by intention. There was very little intrigue for me as far as the way the storyline unfolds, but Oscar Isaac still does not disappoint with his performance. This film may speak to many people in terms of the messaging, but it is not a film that I necessarily found too entertaining. The cinematography was great though, as with all other Coen Brothers films. But the acting and genre is what saved this film for me and made it something I view as an essential watch, just for the fact that it is such a refreshingly new kind of film, especially for the Coen Brothers.
Brazil (1985)
Visual Collage But That's really it
Great visuals and landscape but disoriented and jumbled plot. Unbelievable creativity but not a film to admire the story and writing. Just simply a cool visual experience that's certainly is very innovative but not the most well executed in terms of allowing the viewer to feel moved or come away with any new lesson or understanding.
Filth (2013)
Fantastically Filthy Character Piece
This is a film that screams what it title says and that is why it is such an enthralling and deep outline of the twisted mind of a mentally ill cop. The film details the struggles of a man that has many demons of the past haunting him which causes him to act as a menace to his friends and co-workers. The man is clearly broken in so many ways and as the film go's along it becomes more clear what the demons haunting him are. This performance is truly magnificent and is one of the best performances of that year. The charcuterie has such an interesting and unpredictable arc that makes you hate him but also root for him. The balance of flashbacks and visualizations is not only and interesting layer of cinematography but also adds another layer of exposition to describe the psychosis being endured. Overall the films was amazingly dark, funny, and enthralling to stay the least and although strange in its presentation, everyone should see this film, if only for the brilliance in acting.
The Lobster (2015)
Extremely Weird and Inventive Film
This is a film that you may leave wondering what in the hell you just watched and how you possibly conceive the concepts presented on to the silver screen. However that is why this film ignites such a spark of brilliance. It leans into the absurdity and builds on concepts presented in the beginning. The main concept being the internal we feel society has bestowed on us to take what is perceived as the righteous path. In this film it uses the concept of marriage to depict this dilemma that we all usually encounter. Sometimes we are fighting against our hopes and true inner desires in order to fit in with the crowd. This film shows the consequences of opposing these social expectations in the most literal, dystopian, and extreme way possible. Which is why this film is great, it takes a concept that has extreme relevance to nearly all people and bends it into a great film is abstract and seemingly unrealistic but still in some ways, entirely possible. Sort of like a film like Being John Malkovich, it deals with wildly creative and imaginative occurrences but underlines an extremely relatable and resonating underlying message and symbolism. Is is an Indie Art House type of film that is not bound by restriction of trying to be absolute or subjective. The idiosyncratic nature is what makes this great and may also be why it makes it hard to watch for some but it is certainly one of the most creative films I have watched and that should be a laudable feat.
Stir Crazy (1980)
Very Goofy and Funny
This is an outrageous and hilariously over the top performance from Richard Pryor as well as Gene Wilder. It is the journey of two men who head west from New York for the hope of a more fulfilling future but instead find themselves in prison for a crime they didn't commit. The rest of the journey follows there hilarious encounters throughout prison and there eventual attempted escape. This film is a great mindless film to turn 80% of your brain off and allow the other 20% enjoy some ridiculous physical acting and magnificently hilarious performances. Great Comedy movie!
In Bruges (2008)
Unbelievable Film
This film is absolutely brilliant in so many different ways. The beginning seems to start slow but with the purpose of gradually humanizing the characters and there inner struggles and multi-faceted personality traits. As the film go's on there are more characters introduced and the puzzle pieces begin to start to connect in the most fantastical and brilliantly hilarious ways. This film represents the inner struggle of human trauma within the main character. And displays as the varying levels of principles all the characters have with regards to different things. But it all stems from the one action of killing a little boy. It culminates in a twisting, heroic, and tragic ending that is both sad but still satisfying and unique. This movie has so much depth within the characters and their actions, but not in a way that makes it confusing or abstract for the viewer. Rather, in a way that makes for an action filled and emotional ending to a sad, funny, and visually enthralling piece of cinema. Truly a marvel and crafted in a way that will surely leave most viewers glad they were able to experience and devour such a distinctly crafted story with such interestingly dynamic characters. A true must watch that should stand the test of time as one of the best films of the 2000's so far.
Ladri di biciclette (1948)
Post WWII Cinema Masterpiece
An unbelievable post-WWII Neo-Realist film with a story of an Italian family that has come on tough times financially in the post war era. Which forces the unemployed husband to take a job requiring a Blake that he doesn't have. Therefore the family must go as a far as to sell there bed sheets so he can adopts the bicycle. However, the bike is tragically stolen and it leads the man and son desperately searching to discover the bike or the thief. Amazingly told story where the father must go to far lengths and ends up stealing a bike himself and immediately getting caught. It is obvious that his internal struggle of not wanting to steal but being so immensely desperate is on his mind when he steals the bike, but he convinces himself to steal it and gets caught immediately. But gets lucky enough to be let free from the owner as the boy cries for his father.
Truly a powerful story about desperation, family, economics, and obviously bicycles. The underlying message is far less rudimentary than a story about bikes though and the movie is truly a marvel in the time line of cinema.
Made in Britain (1982)
Wasted Chance at Redemption
This story is extremely compelling and highlights the story of a troubled 16 year old. He is a mischievous boy who can't sEm to get in line for anyone. He steals cars, pisses on his detention files, and never tries to turn his life around even though he is given many opportunities. Evidence by the scene where his life trajectory is brilliantly drawn on a chalk board and laid out for him. Still he doesn't take the bait for rehabilitation and continues his treacherous path. Unbelievably passionate and authentic performance by Roth and a truly under publicized film that is extremely sad and moving!
Go (1999)
Poor mans dazed and confused!
Poor mans dazed and confused! This film is entertaining with a series of deprecate but intertwined storylines that follow high school students and the trouble that all stems from one decision to buy ecstasy. Interesting presentation and pretty solid acting, but does feel like watching a Disney movie on steroids at times.