Review of At Play in the Fields of the Lord (1991) by Greg E — 30 May 2011
Stunning film that critiques the destructive influence of modern culture on an idyllic and sequestered native tribe as it asserts its agendas of moral education, political administration and outright greed.
The cinematography is breathtaking and stands as a rich topos for the film's competing narrative interests - representing at once the virgin innocence of the natives, the perceived moral decadence of uncivilized lands, and the potential wealth of a vast and untapped resource.
Interactions between the characters reveal the underlying tensions well and serve to articulate the developing drama which ultimately destroys the fragile and beautiful community which has been the focus of everyone's ambitions.
A sad, powerful story that stimulates introspection on the human condition.
This review of At Play in the Fields of the Lord (1991) was written by Greg E on 30 May 2011.
At Play in the Fields of the Lord has generally received positive reviews.
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