Review of Carmen (2023) by Jluis_001 — 25 Jul 2023

Aside from being known as Natalie Portman's husband, Benjamin Millepied is a highly regarded dancer and choreographer. However, it's essential to acknowledge that this doesn't necessarily translate to proficiency as a film director.

Carmen is a visually captivating film that boasts an engaging style. The two lead actors, Melissa Barrera and Paul Mescal, do their best to immerse themselves in the atmosphere. However, despite these elements, the film fails to breathe life into its story. It never gets the spark that would make it explode and, at times, seems to stagnate without making any significant breakthroughs.

While it may pique your interest due to its deviation from typical mainstream offerings, it's worth noting that Carmen is not a film that readily opens its doors to friendliness or accessibility.

However, even if the film doesn't intrigue you, I highly recommend listening to the soundtrack, which proves to be the standout feature of the movie. Personally, I discovered the soundtrack first, and it motivated me to give the film a chance.