Review of Revolución (2010) by Amy W — 09 Oct 2010

Unlike the uneven Paris, Je Taime or the soulless New York, I Love You, Revolucion is brimming with love, action, and not a little social commentary. The question "What does the Mexican Revolution mean to you today" was posed to ten filmmakers, which include Rodrigo Garcia, Diego Luna and Gael Garcia Bernal (whose piece about the inner spiritual revolution of children is my hands-down favorite), and each responded with narratives as personal as they are charged.

Interesting enough, the film was funded almost entirely by the Government of Mexico, an entity that is strongly criticized throughout the film. Perhaps those in charge knew that this would be the best mode and medium to honor Mexico's Centennial.