Review of Blue Valentine (2010) by Paul R — 07 Aug 2013
Officially my second favourite film released in the UK in 2011, Derek Cianfrance's complexly structured drama is superbly presented with some perfectly pieced together chronology changes showing the rise and fall of a relationship.
We follow Ryan Gosling and Michelle Williams in the very beginnings of their characters relationship. These happy times are interwoven with a heartbreaking account of the relationships demise. Showing how their characters have developed, ultimately growing apart and their failed attempts at salvaging what remains.
The frustration, anger, just about every emotion is thrust through the screen as Gosling and Williams give us the most stand out performances of their careers. I was extremely impressed with how maturely handled and emotionally potent they were.
This film can be an uncomfortable watch at times and 'cheery' it is most certainly not, but its power, performances, editing and direction are spot on perfection. Don't miss it.
This review of Blue Valentine (2010) was written by Paul R on 07 Aug 2013.
Blue Valentine has generally received positive reviews.
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