Review of The Artist (2011) by The Movie C — 13 Dec 2014

There were a lot of questions surrounding "The Artist" upon its release, all of which stem from the obvious fact that it's a silent movie. Could it actually hold an audience's attention through its entire running time? Would it be able to stand alone beyond the novelty of being a silent film? The answer to both questions is "yes".

This is a funny, dramatic, and all-around very entertaining movie that deserves all the praise it's getting. The performances are great and the music and cinematography are incredibly authentic. You really feel like you're being transported to a bygone era of movie history, and it's a great ride.

This is one of the very best films of the year.