Review of Loving Vincent (2017) by Kaustav — 04 Feb 2018

Firstly, do not judge this film by the contents of its reviews irrespective of whether it's good or pallidly pretentious. You should watch this movie. Why? Because it is sort of thing that in the first place makes people want to explore escapists panels of an artwork. It is the sort of thing that not only is bearer of a tale of reality that is embellished in places for the better but also the courageous sort and innovative workmanship that inspires people to do better. And if you think I am being overzealous in my praise of this movie, then let me remind of the hard work that was put into making 65000 frames of oil painting that were used to make this animated motion picture. It does not rest in its laurels aforementioned which surely are being already recorded in some or other panels of history, it produces passionate acting from a caring cast who fill and fit in well in their roles telling the tale of a man who lived with internal turmoil in life than the fame and recognition his art brought him in death.

As far as arguments about his repetitive and not enough display of the titular character goes, I implore people to gather patience, be calm and revisit their words and possibly watching the movie itself. It is a posthumous journey of finding the truth of a perceived reality and while it does take time to get the bottom of things, it doesn't dally and neither do its protagonist seem bland. Also, while Van Gogh is shown infrequently, it is meaningful to his arc and every moments of this narrative is dedicated to him. To a Man who drew 800 pieces f art in 8 years, To a Man who was so troubled and so lonely, To a Man whose story changed the heart of another man unwilling and To a Man who left memories - for better or worse - in his wake for a lifetimes to come.

If you still don't think this is worth your time, well good luck to further endeavors which I hope may bring you almost as much joy as this story did for me. And if you ever see anyone who was involved in this movie and its making, call them out and give them a congratulatory hug recognizing their contribution and dedications.