Review of I Come (2000) by Mark A — 28 Apr 2010
No real story here, just a vehicle for presenting some of the many styles of Andalusian music and dancing amidst the spare scenery of the region in southern Spain. It may not be the most beautiful sounding music, especially when the singers are wailing away, but the passion is unmatched.
Flamenco music is born out of grief and persecution, and this film, if nothing else, gives form and voice to that heritage. The Arabic, or Moorish, influence is clearly evident in the film, and in the music.
There are some lovely women on view here, but the real star of the film is the music. What story there is revolves around a feud between two mafia-like families and the ramping up of tensions between the clans, building to a self-sacrificial ending that seemed a little contrived.
For all of its faults, the film still managed to captivate the viewer.
This review of I Come (2000) was written by Mark A on 28 Apr 2010.
I Come has generally received positive reviews.
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