It is risky to show such an emotional movie in a one shot sequence. And there are truly remarkable moments, such as the girls' journey home, in which a movement of the camera changes the perspective and perception of the characters, or the change of pace when the main event occurs. But the one-take ends up confining the emotions, the camera becomes too present. The technique devours the narrative.
Shout by KyriaCrosszeriaBlockedParent2021-12-12T21:00:43Z
Holy shit.
Watching the first half hour unfold so ordinarily, just a normal whatever-day-of-the-week. Everyday conversations. Call me if you need help. Good night dad, love you. And then, boom, and I’m close to freaking out myself, I can hardly breathe, and am in shock.
What an amazing performance. I had to remember that’s what it was, not a real event.
Also just that moment when she goes into room, barely, she doesn’t even go inside, but this slow realisation and intuition of a mother…
And what an amazing shot too. It’s filmed like there are no cuts. There probably are, but so far I haven’t noticed any. Just cameras panning from a to b to c.
Best film I’ve seen 2021, and it’s December.
Hats off.