I do not like this film because the transitions are choppy, sometimes are irrelevant and unnecessary, and do not indicate the length of the passage of times in between scenes. There are little to no fade transitions that indicate long passages of time and seem to leave the audience wondering whether or not it's even the same scene. Many of the shots are irrelevant to the narrative and can be removed, as well as some of the scenes and plot events. One such example would have to be the chase scene for the main male character, because nothing happened in that time. He didn't really fight back, he didn't take anyone important out, and he ended up dying anyways. The ending is also very unsatisfying in its loose endedness. While most stories leave a little twist at the end or cliff hanger to have the audience wonder, this film ends in a bizarre voice over about some girl that the main character's sister had as a friend (I don't know any of their names because in what little dialogue there was, it was unintelligible).
So, Jack, I understand what you say. However, it might take you a few years to fully appreciate this film. Just wait until we get to French New Wave--this film is heavily influenced by Godard, Truffaut, Chabrel, and the rest of the kings of French New Wave. Art is not supposed to make you feel great all the time. It is meant to make you think. A great filmmaker shakes things up. You're not used to watching films that don't have invisible editing. The editing in this film is anything but invisible. By the time you finish your two years with me, you'll (at least begin to) appreciate this kind of stuff. I appreciate your comments and hope others chime in. It is a pleasure to have someone outspoken in IB Film.
And, true, the ending might be unsatisfying to you, but life isn't always satisfying! I actually love the ending and fully get it. I am left feeling quite hopeful for all of the survivors (all girls, which is interesting in and of itself).
I do not like this film because the transitions are choppy, sometimes are irrelevant and unnecessary, and do not indicate the length of the passage of times in between scenes. There are little to no fade transitions that indicate long passages of time and seem to leave the audience wondering whether or not it's even the same scene. Many of the shots are irrelevant to the narrative and can be removed, as well as some of the scenes and plot events. One such example would have to be the chase scene for the main male character, because nothing happened in that time. He didn't really fight back, he didn't take anyone important out, and he ended up dying anyways. The ending is also very unsatisfying in its loose endedness. While most stories leave a little twist at the end or cliff hanger to have the audience wonder, this film ends in a bizarre voice over about some girl that the main character's sister had as a friend (I don't know any of their names because in what little dialogue there was, it was unintelligible).
ReplyDeleteSo, Jack, I understand what you say. However, it might take you a few years to fully appreciate this film. Just wait until we get to French New Wave--this film is heavily influenced by Godard, Truffaut, Chabrel, and the rest of the kings of French New Wave. Art is not supposed to make you feel great all the time. It is meant to make you think. A great filmmaker shakes things up. You're not used to watching films that don't have invisible editing. The editing in this film is anything but invisible. By the time you finish your two years with me, you'll (at least begin to) appreciate this kind of stuff. I appreciate your comments and hope others chime in. It is a pleasure to have someone outspoken in IB Film.
ReplyDeleteAnd, true, the ending might be unsatisfying to you, but life isn't always satisfying! I actually love the ending and fully get it. I am left feeling quite hopeful for all of the survivors (all girls, which is interesting in and of itself).