Review of Moonlight (2016) by Almostcritic — 04 Sep 2017
Told in three parts, this story follows the life of Chiron from childhood to adulthood as he struggles with both the trauma of having a drug addict mother and his own sexuality. I will always appreciate a film that shows a demographic that doesn't get much mainstream representation.
It is a beautifully made film with some of the best use of colour and cinematography of any film last year. However, I felt that the technique of skipping ahead to different stages in Chiron’s life while interesting meant missing out on his development and results in a lack of connection to the character and dulled the plot.
I thought that the beauty of this film both in its message and aesthetic made it deserving of the Best Picture win although I was sure that La La Land was going to take it and I was rooting for Manchester by the Sea or Hell or High Water.
It's a good film. Not entirely entertaining or exciting but well made and well acted.
This review of Moonlight (2016) was written by Almostcritic on 04 Sep 2017.
Moonlight has generally received very positive reviews.
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