Review of The Tragedy of Macbeth (2021) by Bertobellamy — 16 Jan 2022
Finally, a great AppleTV+ film!
This film/play hybrid is a bold experiment, and a very rewarding one. Without his brother Ethan, Joel Coen makes the least coenesque movie of their filmography. Another recount of 'Macbeth' sounds justFinally, a great AppleTV+ film!
This film/play hybrid is a bold experiment, and a very rewarding one. Without his brother Ethan, Joel Coen makes the least coenesque movie of their filmography.
Another recount of 'Macbeth' sounds just redundant and exhausting, but this one brings some new things to the table.
The acting is very good, especially that of Denzel Washington, who translates his love for plays with a very twisted and impactful role. Also, Frances McDormand looks very menacing as Lady Macbeth, and that's something I was not expecting from her.
But the two things that truly caught my eye are the production design and Bruno Delbonel's photography. The use of German expressionism gives the film a very frightening look, enhancing the vastness of the brutality displayed here. There's also a masterclass of using shadows in almost every scene.
Oh, and the witches are beyond amazing. Kathryn Hunter's representation of the iconic trio will haunt your dreams for some nights.
This review of The Tragedy of Macbeth (2021) was written by Bertobellamy on 16 Jan 2022.
The Tragedy of Macbeth has generally received positive reviews.
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