Review of The Young One (1960) by Mark C — 27 Oct 2008

Lately I've realized just how absolutely genius Bunuel really was. "The Young One" is no exception. I recommend this because this is one of the few (I believe only two) films he did in English. It follows a very simple story. But people, especially on here, really don't give it the credit it deserves. In 1960, Bunuel was painting these really anti-Manichean pictures. People use his methods so much, it seems extremely banal by today's standards. But to blur the line like he did with this film, so beautifully, is true bravery.

I loved the actors and their characters. I absolutely love any film that deals with islands or boats (see my favs: Knife in the Water, Through a Glass Darkly, etc.). And it's not as bleak as it sounds! Leave it to Bunuel to make a film with a message and slip in some true dark humor.