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A very interesting film, it’s grotesque, visually jarring, and does a great job of drawing you into the story: the stress, the feeling of being out of place at a specific moment… The protagonist is strange, complex, and hard to understand, but she’s very well acted and written. I really liked it. Feeling pain can often feel like a necessity, and I could really relate to her, especially at the beginning.
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A true masterpiece—the story is so well-crafted and rich in detail. Maybe I’m a bit biased because I really related to it; it almost made me want to talk to my father again. The acting is splendid; everyone conveys their emotions magnificently; the characters are so well-developed, with such a rich inner world. I found it beautiful, with an enormous emotional weight (as the title suggests). Visually, it’s stunning—the house is gorgeous. To be honest, that alone had already won me over.
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It’s a very interesting documentary—because of the way it’s edited and its black-and-white color scheme, it has a dark atmosphere. And hearing people speak with such fanatical fervor is almost scary. It’s a sad documentary; many of the people featured are blinded by their search for something good in their lives, which I understand, but someone as self-absorbed as Elon Musk is never going to care about the rest of us, especially if we’re just ordinary citizens. Besides, I can’t understand how anyone could trust Elon—Americans, I suppose.
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It’s a short film that could be considered strange—but not in a bad way. Visually, it’s very beautiful, and the post-production effects are very well done; but I think it tries to address or cover too many different issues and fails to delve deeply into any of them. The acting isn’t bad, though it’s true that with some characters I wasn’t sure if the almost robotic manner of acting was a choice by the actors—I mean, I don’t know if it’s part of the story or if, on the contrary, the acting lacks the attention it needs. I find the idea interesting and would like to see it in a feature film; that way, it could give the themes it addresses the attention and depth they deserve.
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It’s a very interesting premise—how building a bridge can so profoundly change the lives of the people around it, and how a change that might seem minor from the outside can actually be nothing less than destruction. That said, I wish it were longer; I’d like to learn more and hear more from the people it affects and how it affects them, so that we can understand the problem much better and give it the attention it deserves.
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It’s an immensely interesting documentary. I don’t have enough knowledge to fully explain and convey all the information it contains. The connection between insects and plants is something that has really impressed me, as has the intelligence of these plants—how they can recognize what kind of animal is attacking them and release the necessary volatile compounds. It’s a very straightforward documentary with a clear message. Personally, it has really sparked my curiosity, and I think that says almost everything there is to say about this feature-length film. The cinematography is spectacular; it’s very meticulous. Luckily, I got to hear Pascal Kohler talk about the work he did with the camera. He told us about his interest in the world of small animals, something that’s very evident in the documentary. It’s fascinating how the film seeks to find a middle ground between humans—with the complexity of our existence and lives—and the lives of plants and insects; it’s a very creative idea.
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It’s a beautiful short film that captures the sadness of losing life and all that it entails—it’s not just the loss of animals (which is not insignificant) but also the loss of a history, of memories… As the film rightly points out: “Humans have a poor memory,” and we can’t fully grasp it all through books, documentaries, photos, or narratives; we have to experience it and cherish it. It’s an interesting short film.
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An interesting short film—it doesn’t say anything new; almost all of us, if not all of us, know that the big oil companies are willing to destroy everything for financial gain. But it’s still important and necessary to listen to the people who are right in the thick of it, who have to survive it; I liked how they showed that oil goes beyond pollution; it also creates a social problem, a divide where women suffer (which, sadly, no longer shocks us.)
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It’s a truly beautiful documentary. I can’t really compare it to others because I don’t usually watch documentaries about singers or bands, and I really like BTS, so my opinion might not be entirely objective. Even so, I think the album is really good. It’s fascinating to see how it was made: the fear that comes with returning to a place you haven’t been in a long time, doing something you love, and how that fear and anxiety can overwhelm you in so many ways. BTS has massive fame, with so many eyes and opinions on them, and that puts enormous pressure on them that no one can understand until they’re in the middle of it. Both the title track and the rest of the songs showcase the maturity and personal growth of the seven members. After watching this documentary, I can say they’ve done a great job conveying and developing the album. It’s a visually stunning documentary; the music and the way it’s edited and put together manage to convey the journey the boys have been on and the weight that comes with it—not just because of their fame, but also because they’re Korean, and people of color have to prove themselves so much more than others; they have to constantly demonstrate why they’re where they are. P.S. One thing I'd add is that all seven of them should have done the train, but that's just my personal opinion.
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It's a slightly crazy movie, and I liked it—the usual stuff: the acting is good, it's very well written, and visually it has some really beautiful, carefully crafted scenes; the characters are really, really good—they’re very well written—and especially Dennis: he’s a very complex and interesting character with a lot of depth. He’s obsessed and could possibly be considered dangerous in a couple of ways, but hey, what’s a guy if he can’t have a little fun every now and then? I get him—maybe that’s the problem. A really good movie with some spot-on touches of humor.
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It's not a bad movie, but it fell short for me; it's missing something. I can't quite put my finger on what it is, but I was expecting more. I found the main characters rather flat, and I couldn’t get immersed in the movie or their relationship because it felt as if it didn’t exist. Since I didn’t see any depth in the characters, I couldn’t feel those emotions or that need for the other person. That said, visually it’s beautiful, and in my opinion, given that it is (or tries to be) so mystical and leans toward dramatic sentimentality, I find the simplicity and vagueness of the characters even harder to understand.
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It’s a beautiful, interesting film; it’s very well made, and you can tell there’s a real desire to convey a message. I found it particularly fascinating how it focuses on Latvian folklore and the myth of the birds’ wedding (where everyone is needed for it to go well and happen), combining it with the need for a change in how things are done. I also liked how it’s not just a documentary—it has elements of theater, musical... I was lucky enough to hear the director speak about this long-metre film, where she discussed her reason for making it—seeking to tell the people of Latvia, who generally consider themselves very close to nature, yet at the same time destroy the environment. She also spoke to us about other Latvian traditions that show how they socially view themselves as part of nature.
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It's a movie that left me a bit indifferent. The story and characters are well-developed, and it does a great job of showing how parental neglect affects children—and in this case, the story’s protagonist—but I think it could have delved a little deeper into that. I felt like I didn’t quite understand Antoine Doinel or his feelings well enough; maybe it’s just me, since I tend to be a bit “melodramatic” in my daily life, but I felt it lacked more emotion—maybe sadness... I don’t know. At first, it reminded me of “El Bola” from the 2000s. Obviously, there’s a pretty clear difference between the two, and I don’t mean to compare them. In short, I don’t think it’s a bad movie, but I felt it lacked depth.
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If I focus solely on the short film, I found it beautiful but very lacking in substance; it only touches briefly on the importance of flowers and biodiversity; In my case, afterward, I was able to hear the idea behind it—more interesting than what’s shown in this short film. The filmmaker seeks to create a small self-portrait and a critique of tourism, which is what drives more interest in developing areas than in caring for them, as well as the loss of oneself, one’s surroundings, and plants… a short film that could have much more potential than what’s shown.
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A beautiful, extremely interesting, and important documentary. It’s essential to take the time to listen to what the indigenous people have to say, and what the land has to say—which is no small thing. It’s fascinating to hear from both the indigenous people and residents of different places—how, despite living in such remote locations, many of their ideas and their respect for the place where they live are shared. It addresses very well and in great depth everything that could be lost if the earth is not cared for; it’s not just a worse life for everyone, it’s the downfall of everything—history, people, traditions, culture—it’s complete desolation, the destruction of the whole. As I mentioned earlier, visually it is a complete masterpiece; it is beautiful to see so much greenery and such rich biodiversity. You can feel the purity and freshness just from looking at it.
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Santiago Segura would be proud of how the satire was used (derogatory). It’s true that it aims to criticize influencers and the amount of stupid information we see online—which goes beyond “fake news”—but it’s a short film that doesn’t handle any of its themes well. I don’t necessarily consider it bad, but it is absurd to the extreme. Later, I heard the director of the short film speak, and he didn’t say much; it seems to me that it’s clear that this short film doesn’t really say anything, neither on screen nor in its creation.
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The cinematography is beautiful; I love how it conveys emotions through editing. It’s a crucial concept to highlight: we know that factories pollute on a massive scale. The film handles the idea of “progress”—the kind that’s touted as the best, as good, as absolutely necessary—very well, but that kind of progress is only for a select few; the rest are left to sink, sometimes literally, as this documentary shows us. It’s not something new—it’s what we know as the Third World, the poor world, the one nobody wants. It’s rich in land, which is why it’s destroyed and exploited by those in power. I liked its consistently critical tone, the subtle touches of sarcasm and mockery. I think its message is extremely important; it doesn’t just seek to show the horror they’re experiencing, but also the danger of ignorance, of having to trust others—especially when those others are only looking to profit, to make money—and that we can’t be guided solely by what we’re told; we have to educate ourselves and investigate. The only possible complaint is that I found it a bit slow and repetitive.
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At first, I wasn't really into it; it felt too fast-paced, like they weren't giving the story enough weight, or that it lacked depth. By the end of the movie, my opinion on that last part of the previous sentence hadn't changed, I think the story could have said more, touched on more themes, and given the characters more complexity. I don’t think it’s poorly written; it has a fast pace, yes, but it’s well-executed. The characters aren’t very multi-layered, but even so, and thanks to very good performances from everyone you see a fully-formed character, not just an acting performance (I don’t know if you understand what I mean). I liked the film’s theme and its ending—this is extremely personal, but I like revenge; I’m someone who doesn’t forget, much less forgive. I wouldn’t have chosen the same ending as the protagonist, of course; I liked that he didn’t change his mind; he wants the revenge to come from him, with his own hands; he wants to control all the pain, fear, and negative emotions of his enemy, I liked the fact that not always will the protagonist be the "better person", or will the movie be about his redemption; likewise, I don’t think it’s a movie that encourages revenge. It shows that being vengeful makes you almost the same as the person you’re seeking revenge against—you lose yourself in a feeling, in this case, anger. P.S.: The film didn't need to show so much violence against women; there comes a point where it's just too much. It's clear he's not a good person—there's no need to show any more.
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It's a good movie—it's amazing that it's based on a true story (love really does exist). Although it felt a little long and I got bored at times, everyone's acting is wonderful. And while we're on the subject, does anyone know how I can look exactly like Al Pacino in this movie? He looks gorgeous. It’s a movie with great cinematography, good editing, and the characters are well-brought to life on screen. For the year it was made, it’s not very conservative—other movies might have relied on stereotypes. It has little touches of humor that make the characters more realistic and give a hint of—innocence?—to what they’re doing. In short, it’s a good movie, but in my opinion, it could have been shorter.
Great movie
A masterpiece of French cinema that combines a striking black-and-white visual style with a raw, realistic narrative, the film stands out for its cinematography, hip-hop soundtrack, and pacing, which captures the constant tension in the suburbs of Paris. The characters are deeply humanized, especially through the powerful performances of Vincent Cassel, Saïd Taghmaoui, and Hubert Koundé, whose chemistry conveys both fellowship and internal conflict. The film fearlessly tackles issues such as racism, police brutality, and social marginalization without resorting to condescension, achieving a powerful social critique. His screenplay and dialogue make it a timeless cinematic experience.
