Review of Biutiful (2010) by Grant S — 07 May 2012
Alejandro Gonzalez Inarritu's movies are either deep, insightful, moving works of art (eg Amores Perros, Babel) or dull and pretentious (21 Grams). Biutiful, unfortunately, falls in the latter category. It had potential (as did 21 Grams) but it soon becomes apparent that getting through it is going to be an ordeal, especially when you note that the running time is 148 minutes!
The central plot could have been condensed into a tighter, more interesting, quicker-paced 90-100 minute movie. Instead it is drawn out to its maximum extent. Has its moments though, but they are few and far between.
Solid performances but everyone seems to be acting in slow-motion, in keeping with the slow pace of the movie.
Overall, a good cure for insomnia.
This review of Biutiful (2010) was written by Grant S on 07 May 2012.
Biutiful has generally received positive reviews.
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