To the wonder is probably a very suitable title since it will automatically raise the question: to which wonder, or, to the wonder where? Ultimately, this is a study of the wonder of love. Inexplicable, sometimes simple, often complicated but nonetheless part of our genetic engineering.
We follow the ups and downs of two people who cannot be together but cannot be apart. Their bond is great, the chemistry is there but serious problems arise. They meet in France, move to America, girl goes back to France and returns again.
What is it going to be then? Together or apart? In this journey, they encounter a priest who faces his own existential struggles and very passionately seeks God to guide him in his pastoral duties.
The great thing about "To the wonder" is how it speaks to us through silence. The beautiful imagery of Paris and rural America effectively reveal the happiness or loneliness of the main characters. This is Ben Affleck's greatest role as he is though a leading man is almost totally silent. If a picture is indeed a thousand words and with such beautiful cinematography, who needs dialogue? The use of French language for the most part adds a European elegance to this very American film.
An utterly emotive experience, this is a film that requires you to let go and undertake a journey filled with beauty, love and worthwhile sadness.
We follow the ups and downs of two people who cannot be together but cannot be apart. Their bond is great, the chemistry is there but serious problems arise. They meet in France, move to America, girl goes back to France and returns again.
What is it going to be then? Together or apart? In this journey, they encounter a priest who faces his own existential struggles and very passionately seeks God to guide him in his pastoral duties.
The great thing about "To the wonder" is how it speaks to us through silence. The beautiful imagery of Paris and rural America effectively reveal the happiness or loneliness of the main characters. This is Ben Affleck's greatest role as he is though a leading man is almost totally silent. If a picture is indeed a thousand words and with such beautiful cinematography, who needs dialogue? The use of French language for the most part adds a European elegance to this very American film.
An utterly emotive experience, this is a film that requires you to let go and undertake a journey filled with beauty, love and worthwhile sadness.