Review of Inherent Vice (2014) by Lowbrowcinema — 15 Dec 2014
INHERENT VICE is utter nonsense and unfortunately made me realize that except for MAGNOLIA, I don't really care for the films of Paul Thomas Anderson. There is no denying the talent of this masterful director but it's all so sophomoric--look Mom what I can do! INHERENT VICE is pointless with little depth beyond masterful direction, wonderful cinematography, and great production design.
The film looks like the 70s but what's really the point? This is basically THE BIG SLEEP set in the 70s. Which means INHERENT VICE is essentially a remake of Robert Altman's THE LONG GOODBYE without the humor or disdain.
An ambitious empty exercise.
This review of Inherent Vice (2014) was written by Lowbrowcinema on 15 Dec 2014.
Inherent Vice has generally received positive reviews.
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