Review of The Kid with a Bike (2011) by John A — 31 Aug 2012
A masterpiece from the Dardenne brothers, though their consistently high level of film making likely will cause this to be underrated. A Bressonian meditation on the mystery of grace, the film benefits from a strong lead performance, an empathetic camera, and a refusal to sentimentalize a story about a child.
The use of music seems a direct reference to Bresson's A Man Escaped, while the use of red brings Lamorisse's beautiful The Red Balloon to mind. And yet, the final product is all their own.
This review of The Kid with a Bike (2011) was written by John A on 31 Aug 2012.
The Kid with a Bike has generally received very positive reviews.
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