Review of Delicatessen (1991) by Tim L — 18 Oct 2008
As with Amelie, Jeunet creates a totally unique and almost cartoon-like world in which colour and facial features seem exagerated and caricaturised by his own way of shooting scenes and people.
Whilst this film showcases a certain amount of the romantic nature and humour (albeit much darker) of Amelie (which came about 10 years after this film?), it differs in feel dramatically. It is much more macabre, more Saw than Annie Hall, as it paints a gruesome picture of the grotesque, blood-thirsty residents of a small villiage, who are sustained by the butcher's acquirment of fresh human meat; usually resulting from the last poor victim who answered an advert to work for him.
Jeunet manages to create his own genre in his films, which you'll either love or hate. I particularly liked some of the choreography of the scenes, which are presented at times almost like a silent film.
A very interesting, unique film that is well worth a watch if you're not squeamish!
This review of Delicatessen (1991) was written by Tim L on 18 Oct 2008.
Delicatessen has generally received very positive reviews.
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