"Waves" Goes the Wrong Direction in Racial Depiction, Despite Its Intent and Beauty
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An unexpected suicide prompts much speculation about honesty and theft.
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With The Father, writer-director Florian Zeller- who wrote and developed the play upon which the film is based- pulls no punches as he confidently makes every effort to put the audience in the mind of someone whose grip on reality has all but vanished. It’s a dazzling testament to Zeller’s abilities as a director as he makes his first transition from stage to film appear as if he’s been working behind a camera his entire career. The dialogue he fashions with co-writer Christopher Hampton, along with the work of production designers Peter Francis and Cathy Featherstone, collectively makes the downward spiral of dementia startlingly tangible, doing so in a way that can be comprehended by everyone except the person it directly affects.
A sweet slice-of-life anime that visualizes all the ways we creatively hide our vulnerabilities from the world.
An action-packed adrenaline rush with a diverse cast that delivers evocative storytelling.
Can a homeless yet optimistic teenage girl learn to accept a helping hand?
This glimpse into this world is so captivating that it is an easy must-see, nearly flawless, and exceptional in every way.