Review of My Blueberry Nights (2007) by Matt R — 11 Mar 2009

I never thought i'd find a film as visually stunning as '2046'. it's perhaps no surprise that when I eventually did, it was an offering from the same director, wong kar wai -- 'my blueberry nights'.

this film looks so amazingly good that it would need only a half-decent story and i'd give it 5 stars. but I found the simple story most touching. it was told with quite a measured tone that may not suit everyone, but I found that it was a perfect balance allowing a lot of space to focus on the film's exceptional visual qualities, acting performances and soundtrack.

norah jones gives a wonderfully vulnerable debut performance and jude law's co-leading role was done with great warmth. the supporting cast also featured some of my personal favourites in rachel weisz and natalie portman--although not their most memorable roles in this film, (and natalie portman's hair was awful) I was still pleased that they were cast.

the soundtrack includes wonderful songs from norah jones and cat power and a score by ry cooder. but what will stay in my mind the longest are the array of visual delights this film serves us.