Review of The Brown Bunny (2003) by Karlo M — 26 Oct 2007
Once you get over the infamous scene, The Brown Bunny is a surprisingly engaging and well-crafted film. The cut version unfolds in a slow methodical dreamlike quality, sparsely quiet and contemplative nature.
Similar in tone to Buffalo 66 but more experimental within the realms of Gus Van Santâ??s artsy ventures, such as Elephant and Jerry, it follows a depressed motorbike racer as he journeys cross-country in search of a former lover.
It is art-house cult status by every definition. Narcissitic? Yes. Self-Indulgent? For sure. Pretentious? Of course. But despite the criticism and the sheer controversy surrounding it, The Brown Bunny remains a simple story about loss and melancholy with an ending that is both provocative and heartbreakingly effective, proving that Gallo is a true auteur whose failed attempts are definitely still worth seeing.
This review of The Brown Bunny (2003) was written by Karlo M on 26 Oct 2007.
The Brown Bunny has generally received mixed reviews.
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