Review of Tarnation (2003) by Trevor D — 13 Jun 2008
I have not watched a film in ages that has made such a profound and deep impact such as this one. That being said, I have never watched a film (actually a documentary) quite like this before. Filmed from the age since Jonathan Caouette was able to pick up a camera; It is a vivid and articulate descent into psychosis and the effect on the family.
To paraphrase from the film, "Sick parents raise sick children". However this seems to be an observation from a delusional person and doesn't necessarily ring true by the end of the film.
Throughout the film, although there is a vast juxtaposition of weirdness, strange behavior which is often discomforting, one never feels that the people whom this film is about are monstrous and repulsive.
Quite the contrary, it is an affirmation that there are indeed very big angels in this world. It strings together successfully in a work of heartfelt genius. With an exquisite choice of soundtrack to accompany the work, it is too dark a film to be one of my favourites; but it certainly gets a standing ovation and an absolute must-see from my small space in this Universe.
This review of Tarnation (2003) was written by Trevor D on 13 Jun 2008.
Tarnation has generally received very positive reviews.
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