Review of The Future (2013) by Asif K — 21 Sep 2011
If you are a fan of Miranda July's previous film, "Me and You and Everyone We Know," you will also really enjoy "The Future." If you hated that film, you will hate this film. I for one really enjoy her work.
Sure its quirkiness literally slaps you across the face, but once you get past the stylization, there is plenty to appreciate. July excels at finding the extraordinary hiding inside the ordinary. This is similar the themes of Richard Kelly's films and "The Future" has much in common with "Donnie Darko" (in terms of theme, tone).
The characters of Jason and Sophie are two people who are able to access recesses (literal and figurative) that most people can't, due to their acute awareness of their situation (much like Donnie from Kelly's film).
The film is very well written and beautiful to look at. July's images are visually expressive of her mind, her character's turmoil and reflective of her very specific 'un-reality" where her stories unfold.
"The Future" is a odd little film and it's hard to pin down, but it's well worth your time if you are looking for a deep, well acted (especially from Hamish Linklater, what a find he is!) and beautiful experiment.
This review of The Future (2013) was written by Asif K on 21 Sep 2011.
The Future has generally received mixed reviews.
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