Review of Broken Embraces (2009) by James M — 08 Mar 2010
Almodovar's latest film, Broken Embraces, is a strange departure of sorts for the director. Despite a familiar thematic feel of romance versus tragedy, its drawn-out angular storytelling can be uncharacteristically slow and unengaging at times.
Whilst the performances in Broken Embraces are typically committed of an Almodovar cast (including a career high point from Penelope Cruz), the film lacks the emotional and numbing aftermath that we're so often used to in an Almodovar film.
This review of Broken Embraces (2009) was written by James M on 08 Mar 2010.
Broken Embraces has generally received positive reviews.
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