Review of The Triplets of Belleville (2003) by Drew S — 27 Nov 2008

I really liked this movie - it's vivid, fun and incredibly meticulous in its creativity. Thinking that some of the quirk found here came from just one man's mind makes you really love the human race. The trim running time promises that it won't overstay its welcome, which keeps the characters from getting thin or the complete absence of dialogue from becoming a weak point. It does seem a little TOO quick sometimes, almost as if there wasn't enough time to stop and enjoy the ride a bit; I found myself wanting to spend a bit more time with all these badass old ladies, to be honest.

Also, what's with whimsical French comedies being filmed in primary sepia tones? They all have this really ugly, dull oppressive orangeness about them. Amelie, City of Lost Children, Delicatessen, this...I just don't like it.