Review of Paterson (2016) by Simon T — 25 Aug 2017
I like Jim Jarmusch's work - particularly Dead Man and Mystery Train - and his bone-dry humour. The problem I have with Paterson is simply that it's too attenuated and self-indulgent. A very simple story - a week in the life of a New Jersey bus-driver (beautifully played by Adam Driver) - just isn't enough to fill the running time.
Look at what Steve Buscemi did with the similarly themed Trees Lounge. This is minor Jarmusch.
This review of Paterson (2016) was written by Simon T on 25 Aug 2017.
Paterson has generally received very positive reviews.
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