twinjosh1

A24 has absolutely crushed it this year. This is the first year since the pandemic that we can return to theaters with more ease and the New York based studio delivered us Everything Everywhere All at Once and now Marcel. Both were so much better than I expected. We are given an adorable (and tiny) character on the big screen who graces us with innocence and a poignant outlook. This is genuinely a great family film, filled with sharp comedy, deep emotion, and astute observations on identity, community, and the fast paced world we live in. I recommend this one to all. Bring tissues.

Willem Dafoe looks the part and delivers solid acting throughout the lengthy running time of the film. Minimal dialogue and story prevents viewers from really diving into the mind and personality of Vincent Van Gogh. What could have been some really beautiful cinematography was clouded by awful and distracting direction. Perhaps the director was trying to mimic the abstract vision of the subject himself and unfortunately this was the ultimate flaw of the film. The audience is left alienated from such a well-known artist.