Just as solid as filmmaking can be without that coming across as a negative. It really did affect me and amaze me at times, but it's very much a movie-movie. It doesn't transcend that feeling too much, but that's okay. It shows exactly what classic filmmaking can accomplish. But compared to something like Aftersun that I just watched beforehand, it's different and it doesn't cut as deep. Technically great though, with scenes like the editing of the family trip. And the main teen Spielberg is incredible, really. Can't believe how well they managed to cast that part.
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Aftersun 2022
I think I just need another watch to completely cement this one. But there's so much to dig into here, it's think it's just a little overwhelming on a first watch. It's so patient, lingers so much, and I think I didn't quite expect that. Knowing exactly how the film unfolds will probably help on a second watch. Just to take in all those little moments. It looks fantastic and the ending tore me up gently. I'll be coming back to this without a doubt.
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Apocalypto 2006
How this is not considered one of the finest action movies of the decade is beyond me. It is brutal, hard-hitting, exhilarating and contains a world so fully realized that I have to smile. The costumes, the mayan decorations, the jungle, the temples, everything is perfect. Equally colorful and real, the film juggles emotions and violent action wonderfully. It's a powerful movie that never lets up or looks back. One of my all-time favorites. I wish people could look beyond…
