Review of Buried (2010) by Compi24 — 04 Jun 2019
Not every movie has to contain a classically "enjoyable" conclusion. This much I understand. But even films with endings of the more disappointing persuasion have to possess some substantive takeaways in order for me to want to remember them down the line.
Above average acting, a very well shot scene or two, a good score -- these things can help offset the blow of a movie looking to leave a sour taste in the audience's collective mouth. However, with Rodrigo Cortes' "Buried," none of the film's exemplary efforts ultimately add up to even slightly counterbalancing the unrewarding, cruel joke that is the ending of things here.
Yes, Ryan Reynolds is giving an incredible performance. Yes, the directorial effort and images at hand are quite something. Yes, the concept is utilized to a suitable extent. All of these things are real.
Though, indeed, all of these things are also nearly undone by the ending. "Buried" is a true testament to the importance of nailing the ending of a film and an unfortunate one at that.
This review of Buried (2010) was written by Compi24 on 04 Jun 2019.
Buried has generally received positive reviews.
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