Right from the start the world is beautified by that simplistic aesthetic so typical of independent cinema. The framing is mostly quite tight and the visual palette is consistently minimalist, leaving room for the audience to concentrate on the complex characters and themes of the film.
The film achieves so much through the undeniable human charm of its four central characters, especially the enigmatic Jack who's sensitively portrayed by Philip Seymour Hoffman. There are a couple of moments in the film that verge uncomfortably close to the cliché and contrived, but not enough to detract from the overall value of the film.
The film takes a look at the nature of love in modern relationships by comparing it's starkly contrasted characters and their perception of love. This film contains some truth and insights that will resonate amongst many of the audience members.
Ultimately, a well-crafted and relatable film that allows audiences to invest in its superb characters and reflect on its meanings. At 89 minutes it's easy to digest and easy to enjoy. It's a visually pleasing piece of textbook independent cinema that Philip Seymour Hoffman should be proud to call his directorial debut.
Read my full review on my blog: http://ionlyaskedwhatyouthought.blogspot.com/
The film achieves so much through the undeniable human charm of its four central characters, especially the enigmatic Jack who's sensitively portrayed by Philip Seymour Hoffman. There are a couple of moments in the film that verge uncomfortably close to the cliché and contrived, but not enough to detract from the overall value of the film.
The film takes a look at the nature of love in modern relationships by comparing it's starkly contrasted characters and their perception of love. This film contains some truth and insights that will resonate amongst many of the audience members.
Ultimately, a well-crafted and relatable film that allows audiences to invest in its superb characters and reflect on its meanings. At 89 minutes it's easy to digest and easy to enjoy. It's a visually pleasing piece of textbook independent cinema that Philip Seymour Hoffman should be proud to call his directorial debut.
Read my full review on my blog: http://ionlyaskedwhatyouthought.blogspot.com/