Review of To Return (1982) by Samrat M — 15 Sep 2009
Volver catches director Pedro Almodovar and star Penelope Cruz at the peak of their respective powers, in service of a layered, thought-provoking film. This magical tragicomic melodrama may be Almodovar's most restrained work to date, but it still features his trademarks: a strong attention to color and detail, a celebration of the trials and tribulations of women, and, of course, the inestimable Carmen Maura. The lovely Penelope Cruz hasn't shone more brightly as she does here.
With all its unexpected twists and turns, the story still unfolds naturally, like some gaudy Mediterranean flower. Very different kind of movie, seen in a long time.
This review of To Return (1982) was written by Samrat M on 15 Sep 2009.
To Return has generally received very positive reviews.
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