Review of Opera (1987) by Conor — 10 Feb 2009
As is usual with Argento, if you don't expect much in the story/character department, you will find a great film.
Argento creates some of his best visuals with this film. From the beginning in the raven's eye to the bullet in the eye, this film is made for eyes. The pins taped beneath the eyes is a cruel and incredible plot detail (the murderer forces the opera singer to watch the murders using them).
I really like how the score switches between opera and power metal because IMO metal is the modern equivalent of opera in terms of theatrics, emphasis on power in musicality, and social groups that surround the genre to praise and celebrate it.
As I said, there's nothing special about the story and anyone will be able to guess the killer. Like any Argento I've seen, this is all about visuals and that's why this gets a 4 star rating.
This review of Opera (1987) was written by Conor on 10 Feb 2009.
Opera has generally received positive reviews.
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