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Ema

2019
6.7 / 10
A couple deals with the aftermath of an adoption that goes awry as their household falls apart.
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It could be the illegitimate offspring of Lynch, Almodovar and Gaspar Noe baked at Fahrenheit 451 for good measure. Tricky to align with reality, thought provoking nonetheless, beautifully acted and imaginative.
A traffic light burns late at night in Valparaiso. This strange opening scene sets an unusual and colorful tone for the rest of Ema. Gradually it is understood how the light caught fire. Mysterious undercurrents and unusual passions swirl in human hearts. Dial...
Larrain's movie Ema is very difficult to rate. It does have the potential of being an absolute masterpiece, it has its distinct voice, but somehow it did not convince me. Ema has a wonderful technical style, it must be said. The photography is astounding, as...
Larrain is an excellent film maker and there is craft on display here for sure, visually, and with elements of the score (not the Reggaeton - it is almost worth watching to hear Bernal's rant against what is certainly the worst musical genre on earth), but thi...
Larrain has done better movies. This time, there's less to it than meets the eye and ear. The scenic city of Valparaiso is the best actor in the movie, while the pulsing soundtrack overplays its hand. You can enjoy the dry humour, the local culture and swiftl...
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