Review of La Dolce Vita (1960) by Paul W — 05 Jan 2008
"La Dolce Vita" opens with the image of a statue of Christ flying through the skies of Rome by helicopter, first over the ruins of a coliseum, and then over a group of women sunbathing at the poolside of their modern apartment.
In this vivid opening shot, without a single spoken word, Fellini has used his brilliant film to illustrate a despairing modern world detached from the traditions of the past. The viewer is taken into this ultra-decadent modern Rome courtesy of the emotionally stilted protagonist Marcello.
"La Dolce Vita's" ironic imagery along with the sophisticated dialogue between Marcello and the characters that most influence his current lifestyle help thrust the theme detachment and inescapable fate into the forefront.
A brilliant landmark in film history that shows glamour juxtaposed alongside the roman ruins.
This review of La Dolce Vita (1960) was written by Paul W on 05 Jan 2008.
La Dolce Vita has generally received very positive reviews.
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