
Caloy, a former basketball player, makes his way through a parade as he sells bottled water. After taking his lunch break, he bumps into an old friend who encourages him to step back onto the court again.
In all honesty, “Black and Blue” is a satisfying experience, complete with solid craftsmanship. With the help of cinematographer Dante Spinotti, Deon Taylor (the director) creates a murky, lived in atmosphere.
The accountant in question is Christian Wolff (Ben Affleck), who’s neurodivergent. We know this because at a dating event, he bores women with tax advice. He also places his breakfast foods in neat stacks and has no friends.
This delightfully odd horror movie presents a whimsically strange alternate reality to younger audiences.
When the retelling of the Cinderella fairy tale and a holiday spirit come together, viewers learn about class issues as well as perseverance despite setbacks.