Apparently there´s a lot of things people agree on. Cinematography, acting, setting. All great. But some IMDb users voiced that it has no story and is a movie for snobs. But is it really?
I don´t think so. We follow a young maid who is struggling with her place in society. She loves the kids, is usually not treated that bad, but still, she is their maid and doesn´t have her "own" family. She also likes a guy, but doesn't quite seem to be in love. She generally seems unsure about her future. Meanwhile the family she works for struggles itself, as the father spends less and less time at home. These two story arcs intertwine while being set in front of historical events in Mexico.
So prepare for some dramatic scenes, some heavy tragedies. Maybe even bring a tissue. You really feel for all characters at the end of the movie, but without it being cheesy, tearjerky or being forced down your throat. Sure, Roma doesn´t follow a tradional storytelling-formula, but how is that a problem? If that´s not a captivating and emotional story, I don´t know what is.
It took me some time to get fully involved with the story and the black and white made some interior shots just a little too grey, confusing and too much to digest.
But yeah, since that was my only complaint, that´s as close as its gets to a 10. This should be strong contender for all the upcoming awards.
I don´t think so. We follow a young maid who is struggling with her place in society. She loves the kids, is usually not treated that bad, but still, she is their maid and doesn´t have her "own" family. She also likes a guy, but doesn't quite seem to be in love. She generally seems unsure about her future. Meanwhile the family she works for struggles itself, as the father spends less and less time at home. These two story arcs intertwine while being set in front of historical events in Mexico.
So prepare for some dramatic scenes, some heavy tragedies. Maybe even bring a tissue. You really feel for all characters at the end of the movie, but without it being cheesy, tearjerky or being forced down your throat. Sure, Roma doesn´t follow a tradional storytelling-formula, but how is that a problem? If that´s not a captivating and emotional story, I don´t know what is.
It took me some time to get fully involved with the story and the black and white made some interior shots just a little too grey, confusing and too much to digest.
But yeah, since that was my only complaint, that´s as close as its gets to a 10. This should be strong contender for all the upcoming awards.
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