I'm still new to French New Wave cinema. I've seen three of Truffaut's films: loved the first (400 Blows), liked the second (Shoot the Piano Player), and was disappointed by the third (Jules et Jim). The only other film I saw was Godard's Breathless, which I thought was fine (I could see how it was so influential, especially with its use of jump cuts, but it kept me emotionally distant). Jacque Demy's The Umbrellas of Cherbourg is now my favorite…
Finally got to see a Makoto Shinkai film on the big screen! It did not disappoint! As I predicted, it touched on similar themes as his previous movies, but it didn't feel like a complete retread either. The culmination of Suzume's journey was emotionally satisfying, and I imagine it was extremely cathartic for its Japanese audience. I'll definitely be seeing it again!
The first Bong Joon Ho film I viewed was The Host. This was my second, and now I need to watch his entire filmography.
The basic plot concerns a low-income family conning their way into working for a rich household. Any further description of the plot would ruin the fun. All you need to know is that it's an entertaining and thought-provoking film about class directed by a master. Includes elements of satire and suspense.
Weathering with You may be hampered by its muddled messaging, entering sappy/overdramatic territory in the third act, and having a polarizing conclusion (which can be troubling when you view it from a certain angle), but I still can't help but love it. My more rational side tells me I severely overrate this film. My emotional side wants to give this 4 1/2 stars. I'll compromise by giving it 4.
I'm not sure I can label this as a guilty pleasure,…
