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danielshaskey
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Paper Towns (2015)
Beautifully executed, empathetic and engaging
I went to this movie at the suggestion of a friend, I had moderate expectations as I thought it would be a typical love story. I was blown away by what I was presented with. John Green has developed his characters perfectly. Quentin is portrayed as one of the most personally relatable characters I have encountered while Margo is the mysterious figure of beauty that he is determined to find. This movie made me feel as if I was Quentin and made me feel his pain and his excitement as he embarks on this life changing journey.
The execution of the film is what really drew me in. Without a good score a film lacks emotional contact, this score however had it right, Son Lux pulls at the strings of the audiences hearts and forms a melodic and emotional bridge to the characters. The visual cinematography was done beautifully as well, particularly as it captured the excitement of the night out with Margo and Quentin early in the film.
I went into this film knowing nothing about its story or background and I was blown away. Many viewers may compare it with the book and degrade the film, I suggest watch the movie first then read the book. The plot keeps you engaged and exercises your curiosity. Even after being evacuated from the theatre because of the fire I chose to go back and watch the rest of the movie over receiving a refund, its that good!