Here's a new feature in which I'll briefly highlight an aspect of a new film that I feel deserves more awards consideration. (It's still early, but this movie probably won't be recognized anyway.)
The lensing of this film is one of its many merits, but it's also arguably the film's main common ground for fans and non-fans alike. Simply put: the colors in this movie are beautiful. Cinematographer Benoît Debie (of Irreversible and Enter the Void fame) gave this film an interesting visual style and made a significant contribution in doing so. While Best Cinematography notices are likely out of reach, the film is a worthy contender for that category. "Pretty" films often win those prizes, so why should this be left out? Check out the screenshots below.
Oh, I'll give you kudos for that as I love Benoi Debie's work w/ Gaspar Noe as I was blown away by Enter the Void which is already the best film I saw this year.
ReplyDeleteThanks. I love his work with Noe too. I wish he had a better chance of being recognized for Spring Breakers.
DeleteI actually remember this movie so well still.. I feel like it has a big impact with the music as well as the editing. But the cinematography might be the strongest..
ReplyDeleteYeah, the cinematography is great, but the music and editing are terrific as well.
DeleteGreat Post. I was blown away by the look of this movie when I saw it in theatres. Im afraid the subject matter might steer a lot of Oscar voters away from this but it is quite brilliant
ReplyDeleteThanks. My thoughts exactly. Unfortunately, Oscar voters probably won't go anywhere near this film.
DeleteI haven't seen the movie yet, but the soundtrack and cinematography look like two things I'll certainly enjoy in this one :)
ReplyDeleteThey're two of my favorite aspects of the film. Can't wait to hear your thoughts on it.
DeleteI still hate myself for not seeing this movie in the theaters!
ReplyDeleteHa, at least it's out on Blu-ray/DVD on July 9, so you don't have to wait much longer. :)
DeleteThis film was dismissed by so many and hated by so many others. Personally, I loved it. It looked spectacular, the soundtrack was amazing and the story was a multi-layered commentary upon modern society. What is not to love? Sadly, I expect this to get shafted come Oscar nomination time.
ReplyDeleteNice post Josh
Thanks man. I couldn't agree more. I wish Oscar voters felt the same way.
DeleteYES! If this movie deserves any awards praise, it is for best cinematography. One of the most beautiful films I've seen in a while. Loved its visual style.
ReplyDeleteYay! The visual style was breathtaking. Right now, I'd give To the Wonder the edge, but I'll almost certainly nominate Breakers at the very least.
DeleteThe beautiful imagery and the narration here reminded me a lot of The New World, I kept thinking "Terrence Malick certainly got hand in this!"
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