Review of Antichrist (2009) by Smijatov — 20 Dec 2010
This is rather disappointing, considering that it comes from one of the best European directors nowadays. Surely, von Trier's style is clearly visible in this film, technically and as well with his strange choice of theme. The provocative nature of the film is also very typical of him.
However, the gruesomeness, cruelty and violence are something new - at least visually. All this films deal with the nature of humans, but they are never so visually disturbing. This is where he went too far. Also, it is rather open-ended leaving the viewer rather confused, and largely disgusted.
This review of Antichrist (2009) was written by Smijatov on 20 Dec 2010.
Antichrist has generally received positive reviews.
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