I would like to start by saying that I absolutely loved this film. My rating is indicative of objective issues with the film, but that doesn't mean it was bad. It just means I want people to be aware that it does, like every film, have its issues.
So let's hit the two biggest problems. There is a lot of symbolism in this film, but you wouldn't realize it due to the fact that they slap you in the face with it and get across a message of, "Do you see what these things represent?" I would much rather have just had the symbolism be symbolism and not have the main character near the end say, "Oh, you're this thing and not what you seem."
As for the storytelling, I found it incredibly compelling. Others are saying it's awkward, but that's what really hooked me. Yes, there are very awkward moments in this film, but they fit with the theme and the overall attitude and mindset of the main character. Aside from that, it did drag in some places. There are a few scenes that could have been cut from the final draft and would not have taken anything from the story. Again, that doesn't make it a bad film.
The acting was fantastic, and I think they got the casting spot on. The visual effects of "Marwen" were very well done.
I gave the film a 7/10 because, again, I wanted to be objective. However, based on my own subjective opinion of the film...11/10. I loved the whole thing from start to finish.
Remember, think for yourself when it comes to film. Don't take reviews too seriously, because not everyone has the same tastes.
So let's hit the two biggest problems. There is a lot of symbolism in this film, but you wouldn't realize it due to the fact that they slap you in the face with it and get across a message of, "Do you see what these things represent?" I would much rather have just had the symbolism be symbolism and not have the main character near the end say, "Oh, you're this thing and not what you seem."
As for the storytelling, I found it incredibly compelling. Others are saying it's awkward, but that's what really hooked me. Yes, there are very awkward moments in this film, but they fit with the theme and the overall attitude and mindset of the main character. Aside from that, it did drag in some places. There are a few scenes that could have been cut from the final draft and would not have taken anything from the story. Again, that doesn't make it a bad film.
The acting was fantastic, and I think they got the casting spot on. The visual effects of "Marwen" were very well done.
I gave the film a 7/10 because, again, I wanted to be objective. However, based on my own subjective opinion of the film...11/10. I loved the whole thing from start to finish.
Remember, think for yourself when it comes to film. Don't take reviews too seriously, because not everyone has the same tastes.