No film has ever felt as demanding of its audience than this intense, complex psychological study of a brilliant artist’s total downfall.
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“Empire of Light”
The story is unfocused and tries to tackle too many topics, which dilutes the film and causes all of it to feel manipulative and forced.
“Pearl”
A candy-colored, nightmarish dream world of lofty ambitions, brutal violence, and bloody murder creates a horror movie that’s unlike any other.
“Decision to Leave”
Complex storytelling and stunning visuals elevate this haunting noir tale of obsession, desire, and murder.
“The Inspection”
A highly personal film about a gay man’s experience in the Marines, most of the true story is compelling, but the narrative is overly simple and riddled with clichés.
“Triangle of Sadness”
This story of a cruise from hell is an achievement in satire that has much to say and does it well, wading through layers of stinging dialogue, sophisticated observations, and lots and lots of vomit.
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