Review of Paris, Texas (1984) by Paul J — 15 Jun 2009
Both emotionally and intellectually captivating. The finest road movie I've come across. This is Wenders' finest hour and it has a poetic and heart-wrenching script from Sam Shephard. The moment where Dean Stanton watches the home video footage with his son is among the most touching scenes in movies.
Side note: If you've ever heard Eminem's controversial song, Kim, then you'll know a little bit about the back story of this gem of a picture. Also worth mentioning, Muller's cinematography is hugely influential and stunningly beautiful in a very simplistic manner.
The colors alone keep the viewer entranced; but what amazes me the most about this very understated film is how it's completely free from cliche's. What is it about the German's fascination of Americana? The open freeway, the truck stop diners, the neon light motels.
Bottom line: If you're a fan of existentialism, then this is the film for you.
This review of Paris, Texas (1984) was written by Paul J on 15 Jun 2009.
Paris, Texas has generally received very positive reviews.
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