Review of Blade Runner 2049 (2017) by Jess_Hill — 05 Oct 2017

Exquisite. This is a beautifully crafted sequel worthy of the original, with the dystopian universe faithfully recreated and enhanced whilst maintaining the iconic aesthetic of the world. With perhaps the finest score of the year, stunningly sumptuous visuals, and superb cinematography, this is a sensory feast that is best enjoyed in a theatre.

Gosling gives his most enigmatic performance to date, and the performances are polished and nuanced throughout. Carefully paced and edited, this takes time to allow poignant moments to breathe, resulting in a very long but satisfying experience.

A sublime film. 9.