Review of Walkabout (1971) by Grant S — 20 Nov 2014
A masterpiece, that now even 43 years after it's release still doesn't look quite like anything else in cinema. Walkabout on one hand could have been played as an adventure film, Roeg uses his aesthetic to create a far more existential piece, that brings up pivotal questions regarding civilization, communication, and human durability.
Roeg's experience shooting Lawrence of Arabia is very apparent here, as he captures a majestic beauty of the Outback, that is made all the more impactful when interspersed with grotesque images of death and decay, that are more provocative than tasteless.
Roeg was probably the best British filmmaker of the 70s, and this is probably his best film.
This review of Walkabout (1971) was written by Grant S on 20 Nov 2014.
Walkabout has generally received very positive reviews.
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