Watched A LOT of films over the last few days. I don't think I would recommend a lot of these unreservedly.
Sorry, I know that's not what this thread is about:
Blade runner 2049:
7/10.
Had already seen this and thought it was kak but decided to reassess after various friends mentioned loving it. I think the central idea of what it means to be human is very interesting, that the replicants can out-human humans through their actions. Also some good settings/cinematography. But too much digression, especially towards the end (actual end is good).
Marriage story:
6/10.
OK, some good acting here and there, but again, structurally weak. There's a big scene 3/4 of the way through and they should have had the denouement straight after, but it waddles on a bit.
Jupiter ascending:
4/10.
Disappointing follow up to the matrix from the wachowskis. Good central idea, but not enough visual innovation to go with the ideas. Just bullet time really. Mila Kunis such a poor actor, never really there. Felt sorry for her.
New star wars:
8/10.
Pretty good, sort of back to the vibes of the original in that the focus is on tortured central characters. Fight scenes a bit weak though. Too many archetypes from before as well, not enough character innovations for the bit players.
Amour:
9/10.
Fell asleep so missed the middle hour, but this was really good, as expected. Depressing as well obviously. Haneke is one of the greatest living filmmakers no doubt.
Jeanne edelman:
8/10.
Only watched half so far, but it's pretty good. Like a serious drone album. Out bresson-ing Bresson. Great camera setups, set and acting. Total restraint. Talked all the way through it, but in a good way.
Delphine et Carole, insoumuses:
10/10.
Great doc, there's a really good exhibition about Delphine seyrig at Reina Sofia ATM and this doc is the companion. Never knew about any of this. Total revelation. Probably this one would be the one I recommend the most out of everything.
Souvenir:
7/10.
OK, sort of sums up the issues with the British film industry though, in that it's full of people who really don't live on the same planet as most others. At least she's showing her truth tho, instead of trying to fake something. Some good context and acting. Story gets a bit ploddy after the first hour.