Review of Incendiary (2008) by David Ray G — 22 Mar 2009

I love movies that come completely unexpected and turn out to be near to masterpieces. I recognize the fact that, for the general audience, it was mediocre and has not been endorsed by critics, but I genuinely loved it.

Michelle Williams, an actress' talent I have yet to respect, actually did an excellent job. Maybe the English accent betrayed her at moments, but overall this has got to be the best role in her career. Ewan McGregor on the other hand, just based his role on his know-I-possess-it charms and blew like a balloon.

This is a movie that deals with tragedy in a very unique way. It presents human nature in its worst moments and all its kingdom - presents the potential of the human soul and the heights which it strives for. I always believed that Britain was the lord of comedy, but it looks like it gains ground on tragedy as well. And the soundtrack is simply magical, wonderful, powerful.

Of course, it doesn't avoid to go over the edge with excess, but that is not a reason for the movie to be frowned upon. It might get confusing and unnecessary at times, but all in all, for me, near to a masterpiece.