Review of Widows (2018) by Evamarie — 20 Feb 2019

Rented this a couple days ago and I couldn't get this film out of my head so I bought it on amazon and watched it again. It is one of the best films of 2018 and a masterpiece in it's genre. It blows my mind this film was not nominated for any American awards as I feel like this is the type of film that film schools would lecture on.

So many stand out things from gorgeous shots to a tight screenplay and that scene in the car was incredible! All of the characters especially Davis' and Debicki (she was incredible)were so interesting - and not take way from Rodriguez/Enrivo whom also held their own.

The entire cast performance was stellar -and the social commentary was subtle and smart. The use of violence to drive the story and create tension and suspense was perfect. This film was a beautiful marriage of style and substance - It's a masterpiece.

I may even give it a third watch with my teens to discuss it. The deliberately minimal score and soundtrack which hosted just a few select but perfect songs was noted.