Review of Clouds of Sils Maria (2014) by Cole J — 11 Sep 2015
It's slow, but it pays off thematically with thought provoking ideas about generational transitions. To a slight fault, the dialogue carries these ideas more than emotion or events do, which is why the film feels slow. I like when you can feel the message of a movie as well as understand it intellectually, and this is certainly a more intellectually driven film, but it's a very good one.
The natural performances are excellent in their restrain from each actor. Kristin Wiig and Juliette Binoche play off of each other very well in disputes about the meaning of the play Binoche is preparing for, their interpretations varying in which generation they belong to. When the two read the script, the themes of which clearly reflects their lives, it can be difficult to tell if they are reading a script or just having a conversation, all to great effect. Chloe Grace Moretz's presence later on perks up the film in a welcome way.
If you want something thought provoking, this is a highly reccomendable watch. Don't watch this movie if you are looking for something entertaining.
This review of Clouds of Sils Maria (2014) was written by Cole J on 11 Sep 2015.
Clouds of Sils Maria has generally received positive reviews.
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