This is Fellini's best film and a fond remembrance of his youth in Mussolini's Italy. This came at a point in Fellini's career where he had made a number of unsuccessful films (like Julliet of the Spirits which is just painful to watch!) and most critics felt he had peaked. Probably his most accessible film, Amarcord can be appreciated - like Citizen Kane - just for its watchability, for the great direction or for the sub-surface themes (although the fact that the Fascist Party is never criticized is a controversy that surrounds the film). But the point is that the film is not there to judge but to remember the little moments and little joys.
It could be quite explicit at times and the colors are truly orgasmic. The pranks the village kids play are quite realistic and crude. In some way, they bring back memories of my childhood. There is no plot, only seasons and memories.
At once sentimental and unrealistic, Amarcord has a dream-like quality and you will in some ways remember your childhood, classroom pranks and different experiences when you watch this.
It could be quite explicit at times and the colors are truly orgasmic. The pranks the village kids play are quite realistic and crude. In some way, they bring back memories of my childhood. There is no plot, only seasons and memories.
At once sentimental and unrealistic, Amarcord has a dream-like quality and you will in some ways remember your childhood, classroom pranks and different experiences when you watch this.