Review of Brazil (1985) by Jamesm — 19 Nov 2005

Alas, a film that is arty, but has at least some direction and purpose. There is something about Brazil, and it is that in amongst it's unpredictable evens, likable characters and unsettling imagery it manages not only to be consistenly entertaining but it puts across a strong looming message that we should try as hard as we can to prevent society from becoming something akin to the world it presents.

Perhaps the most disturbing thing is that this is remarkebly similar to how the owrld has turned out: plastic surgery, terrorist attacks, endless office jobs. Brazil is a brilliant film and, while not perfect, is worthy of all the acclaim that it has revieved over the years.