mtoms-84267
Joined Jun 2019
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Every review I've read is either 1, 5 or 10 star. It's a love it or hate it film.
The brilliance is in the cinematic experience, the special effects weaved into every scene, the performances of every actor, all brilliant, from Adam Driver's incredible presence in every scene to Nathalie Emmanuel's grounded but excellent performance for him to react to, to Shia Labeouf's, at times unhinged, portrayal of Clodio.
The New Rome aspect serves as a take on the power plays and political intrigue of the Roman Empire, so much so that quotes of Marcus Aurelius are used to compare the two main rivals philosophical stances. And it works, to a certain point.
Every scene has metaphors and symbolism, layers of meaning to be peeled back and analysed. This film is sure to be studied endlessly in classrooms and lectures in the future.
Yet, there is something not quite right, the movie isn't sure if it's trying for a modern feel, a 60's sci-fi feel or even at times an 80's gritty New York feel, and what we are left with is none of them quite working. The plot is there yet at times is lost through psychedelic sequences that do more to confuse than explain. And the science, the science is more science- fiction and should have been left at that, yet the one scene that lets this down is the mention of string theory and the universe having eleven dimensions, which felt out of place and really unnecessary to the conversation being had at the time.
Whilst watching the film, at times I was unimpressed and at other times in awe. Leaving the cinema all I could think about was the message I took away from it, from the social commentary that I feel Coppola was trying to leave the viewer with. The fact three hours later I'm still contemplating what the film means leads me towards a stronger rating than a 5, yet the problems with the film mean it can't be a 10. I strong 8 of 10 and I expect it to be in contention for some Awards.
The brilliance is in the cinematic experience, the special effects weaved into every scene, the performances of every actor, all brilliant, from Adam Driver's incredible presence in every scene to Nathalie Emmanuel's grounded but excellent performance for him to react to, to Shia Labeouf's, at times unhinged, portrayal of Clodio.
The New Rome aspect serves as a take on the power plays and political intrigue of the Roman Empire, so much so that quotes of Marcus Aurelius are used to compare the two main rivals philosophical stances. And it works, to a certain point.
Every scene has metaphors and symbolism, layers of meaning to be peeled back and analysed. This film is sure to be studied endlessly in classrooms and lectures in the future.
Yet, there is something not quite right, the movie isn't sure if it's trying for a modern feel, a 60's sci-fi feel or even at times an 80's gritty New York feel, and what we are left with is none of them quite working. The plot is there yet at times is lost through psychedelic sequences that do more to confuse than explain. And the science, the science is more science- fiction and should have been left at that, yet the one scene that lets this down is the mention of string theory and the universe having eleven dimensions, which felt out of place and really unnecessary to the conversation being had at the time.
Whilst watching the film, at times I was unimpressed and at other times in awe. Leaving the cinema all I could think about was the message I took away from it, from the social commentary that I feel Coppola was trying to leave the viewer with. The fact three hours later I'm still contemplating what the film means leads me towards a stronger rating than a 5, yet the problems with the film mean it can't be a 10. I strong 8 of 10 and I expect it to be in contention for some Awards.
The second episode starts straight from where the first one ends. Agatha and her Toto set about putting together their coven for their journey down the road.
This episode showcases Agatha's history with other witches and finishes the set up and starting the journey down the road.
As with all Marvel shows that have come before we are left with more questions than answers, but it's a strong start.
We've had Disney+ shows before where the first two episodes show promise and then the rest of the season is dragged out, with a 9 episode run, here's hoping that this won't be the same and that the pace can continue.
This episode showcases Agatha's history with other witches and finishes the set up and starting the journey down the road.
As with all Marvel shows that have come before we are left with more questions than answers, but it's a strong start.
We've had Disney+ shows before where the first two episodes show promise and then the rest of the season is dragged out, with a 9 episode run, here's hoping that this won't be the same and that the pace can continue.