Fuck 2017: Top 5 Best Films of 2017

2017 was a pretty good year for films. It was certainly better than 2016.

Of course, atrocities like "The Mummy", "The Emoji Movie", and "Fifty Shades Darker" were still present to ruin a moviegoer's day however, I found this year's offerings much more varied and creative than the previous years. Who starred in the films or what genre they were practically didn't matter. 2017 saw greater acceptance to all kinds of film as long as it was made well and likewise  entertained, challenged, and touched the lives of the audience.

The five films below are what I found to be the best 2017 had to offer. It made me love the art of film making even more (if that was even possible) and genuinely did touch me to the core. I was obsessed with these films and found every reason I could scrounge up to talk about them constantly with my friends and family even if they had no idea what I was talking about. It kept me up at night, thinking of nothing but the characters, the dialogue, and the themes they presented. And in all honestly, I wouldn't have it any other way. 

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It was quite difficult to narrow down the films I've watched in 2017 to the top five best. There were three in particular films that I adored but were unable to make the list. However, they still deserve to be recognized for their own incredible creativity and lasting impacts.

3. SPIDER-MAN: HOMECOMING

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Spider-Man: Homecoming is directed by Jon Watts and stars Tom Holland as Peter Parker/Spider-Man. The film follows Peter Parker as he struggles to balance being an ordinary high school student and being an established crime-fighting superhero as The Vulture, a new supervillain, appears. 

I really admired Spider-Man: Homecoming for simultaneously being a coming-of-age story and an action film and doing it so well. The result is a movie that was very much enjoyable to watch while still being relatable and emotional. This is the third reincarnation of Spider-Man on the big screen in the last 17 years however it felt fresh, it felt like this was the one that perfectly captured the essence of a very young Peter Parker trying to grasp where his place is in the world and how he could make the best out of his situation. The movie does a really good job in making you invested in Peter Parker and make you root for him as he faces his problems and insecurities. Aside from Peter, the other characters were also really great due to the good script and fantastic performances. I really want to highlight Vulture, however, because Adrian Toomes is by far the most interesting villain Marvel has put out since Loki. You understand his motivations and even feel sympathetic towards him like you would do the protagonist. And also, because Michael Keaton was just terrific in the role.

Overall, Spider-Man: Homecoming was a simple but solid movie with great performances and action. It's definitely a fresh and delightful addiction to the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

2. BABY DRIVER

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Baby Driver is directed by Edgar Wright and stars Ansel Elgort as "Baby", a getaway driver who gets coerced by a crime boss to do another heist that threatens his life and freedom.

I can say without a shadow of a doubt that Baby Driver was the most fun I had watching a film in 2017. You've seen heist films before but none as innovative and ingenious as this. The various action sequences were stunning and jaw-dropping, the music playing such a huge role in making it exciting and lively. The plot of the movie was simple but was elevated by a great and witty screenplay as well as the outstanding performances given by the actors most especially Ansel Elgort and Kevin Spacey. Also, I got to say I didn't know where this movie was going to go which made the movie-going experience tense and exhilarating. Baby Driver is playful, stylish, and gorgeous and is undoubtedly one of the best works of  Edgar Wright.

1. WONDER WOMAN

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Wonder Woman is directed by Patty Jenkins and stars Gal Gadot as Wonder Woman, an Amazon Princess that comes to the world of man to help end the war that she believes is caused by the god, Ares.

I was not a huge fan of the three DC films that came before Wonder Woman. There was always something that put me off, whether it was the lackluster execution, convoluted story, or the underwhelming characters. There hasn't really been a reason for me to expect anything more from Wonder Woman. However, I was pleasantly surprised walking out of the theater that not only did it deliver but it exceeded any of my expectations and became a film that I would readily devour again and again.

Wonder Woman was just a good movie. It was a generally a well-paced, well-acted, and well-executed story of a woman trying desperately to end a war while discovering things about herself and humanity along the way. Maybe because it was set almost a hundred years before the first DC film (Man of Steel), it was able to stand on its own and not worry about being connected to any of the other films or set up anything. I was invested on Diana's journey every step of the way. I empathized with her and rooted for her which is largely due to Gal Gadot's spectacular performance. Her character was layered and likable which made all the terrible revelations and circumstances more painful to see. The same could be said with the other supporting characters in the movie but really, Chris Pine's Steve Trevor shined the most out of all of them. It was easy for Steve Trevor to be a boring and stagnant character, to exist simply because it was required for Steve Trevor to be part of the Wonder Woman lore. But he managed to make the character so interesting and as likable and layered as Diana herself. This is one of Chris Pine's best performances along with Hell or High Water (a film you should really check out if you haven't already). Wonder Woman is not a perfect film, the third act going back to the very overused and generic explosive climax and has areas of predictability. But overall, it was a genuinely heartfelt and uplifting movie that does justice to the iconic superhero and is undeniably an important cultural phenomenon.

TOP 5 BEST FILMS OF 2017

5. A GHOST STORY

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A Ghost Story is directed by David Lowery and stars Casey Affleck as a man who, after a fatal accident, comes back as white-sheeted ghost to see his wife only to discover that he is can only passively watch as time moves on without him.

It is so easy to think of A Ghost Story as nothing more but a boring and pretentious film but there's just something about it that genuinely affected me as a viewer. Yes, Casey Affleck being under sheet for around 90% of this movie sounds ridiculous but you quickly brush aside that fact to focus on what this movie is trying to convey. This movie is not a horror film, contrary to what the title is implying. It's not made to scare you but it may haunt you as it did to me. It was surprisingly deep and sad, making you question yourself, your existence, and if anything at all has meaning. I can tell you guys honestly that after watching the film, I immediately had an existential crisis. That's how much this movie affected me. It does require patience and open-mindedness to be able to see pass the intentional slow and silent nature of the film. But if you can suspend all initial reactions and immerse yourself in Casey Affleck and Rooney Mara's raw and captivating performances, it can be a deeply moving and lovely experience.

4. GET OUT

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Get Out is directed by Jordan Peele and stars Daniel Kaluuya as Chris Washington, a man who gets invited to spend the weekend with his girlfriend's family upstate. However as the weekend progresses, Chris learns that the family's overly accommodating attitude has nothing to do with his interracial relationship with his girlfriend. It is with something much darker and twisted than he could ever have imagined.

Get Out was probably the biggest surprise of the year. I did not expect it to be as exhilarating, suspenseful, and smart as it was. This movie was not only well-executed, well-acted, and well-paced, but it was also satirical in a way that it critiques our society and how it still propagates racism and injustice despite changes in time and norms. Get Out is the type of film that I would watch over and over again not only because of how enjoyable it is but you can also find new meaning and metaphors present in lines or scenes that you were not able to see before. It entertains and challenges you to think and analyze at the same time. It's fresh, original, and meaningful. It's a film I would definitely recommend to anyone.

3. LOGAN

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Logan is directed by James Mangold and stars Hugh Jackman as James "Logan" Howlett. In the year 2029, an aged and weary Logan cares for an ailing Charles Xavier in a hideout near the Mexican border. However, Logan's routine with Charles as well as his plans for the future get disrupted when they cross paths with a young mutant in need of their help.

Logan was simple. It was a deeply personal story about consequences, redemption, and family. It might sound cheesy on paper but the way it was executed was far from it. The movie felt raw, displaying characters that were all grounded in realism. Although this is a movie wherein two of the main characters had adamantium claws and the third one had the power to literally wipe out an entire city with his brain, it felt real. This was all due to the excellent story telling of James Mangold, the director and co-writer. He made these people tangible. The R rating may be fun for some viewers because this we got to see Wolverine and X-23 as depicted in the comics but the rating was mostly due to the story. The problems they faced, the consequences of their actions, and the characterizations were very mature and should not be for children. It was appropriate for this movie to be entitled "Logan". The whole movies was about James "Logan" Howlett regardless whether he has claws or excellent healing powers. It was about the character Logan, not Wolverine

Aside from the fantastic story telling and themes, the performances really elevated it into a whole new level. This is Hugh Jackman's best performance in his history of playing the character and is arguably his best performance ever. You can tell he gave it his all and the result was astounding. You felt Logan's guilt, his anger, and his pain. It was truly magnificent. Sir Patrick Stewart was as phenomenal as ever as Professor X, his performance heartbreaking and raw. However the real breakthrough performance of this film came from Dafne Keen's performance as X-23. She did a lot of nonverbal acting and it didn't feel at all forced or over-the-top. She convinced me of her capabilities as an actress and I absolutely cannot wait to see more of her.

Overall, Logan was a refreshing take in the superhero genre that was starting to feel stagnant and gave us the perfect swan song to Hugh Jackman's Wolverine. The hype that surrounded this film was met and far exceeded the expectations of anyone.

2. Dunkirk

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Dunkirk is directed by Christopher Nolan and stars Fionn Whitehead, Mark Rylance, Cillian Murphy, Tom Hardy, and Harry Styles. The film tells the story of the miraculous evacuation of Allied soldiers from the Dunkirk beaches and harbors after being surrounded by the German army during World War II.

I am a huge Christopher Nolan fan. Each and every one of his films, from Memento to Inception, has immersed its audience in outstandingly told stories with substantial and important themes and are also very entertaining to watch. I was very excited going in to see Dunkirk even though it was a breakaway from the SciFi stories he has been telling with his last few films. And I was not disappointed. Dunkirk is quite simply a masterpiece. Like all his other films, Christopher Nolan immerses you into this story and makes you feel like you're experiencing the hardships that these soldiers were facing. It had very little dialogue but the movie didn't need it. The lack of dialogue was compensated by fantastic visuals that showed you everything you need to know, the extraordinary soundtrack from Hans Zimmer that kept you on your toes, and sensational performances from all the actors that made you feel their fear, dread, and pain. This film was not a character piece. You hardly knew any of the characters and their backgrounds. However, the film is meant for the audience to, in a way, experience what it was like being in Dunkirk all those years ago and it succeeded in its mission beautifully. The film was told in a nonlinear format but somehow Nolan managed to tie it all together in a way that made complete sense. Dunkirk was suspenseful but at the end of it all managed to make the audience feel uplifted and hopeful. This is why Dunkirk is legitimately one of the best films of 2017.

1. Call Me By Your Name

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Call Me By Your Name is directed by Luca Guadagnino and stars Timothee Chalamet as Elio Perlman, a 17-year old boy living in Italy for the summer who gradually finds himself drawn to the handsome American, Oliver (played by Armie Hammer) who is staying with them for six weeks as an intern for his father.

After seeing Dunkirk last July, I thought I would never see another film this year that would replace it as my top film of 2017. However, after watching Call Me By Your Name a few days ago, it was impossible for me not to put it as my number one. Call Me By Your Name is a film that celebrates first love, sexual awakening, first heartbreak, and the power of nature and desire. It explores these themes in the most sensual, graceful, and raw way possible which makes the film feel real. It felt like I was a first-hand spectator to these people's struggles and not just simply watching a movie which had set dialogue and scenes. This film was breathtaking, every shot so beautiful but with meaning that would allude to the overall themes it was trying to convey. Its pace was deliberately slow, adding to the sensual and laid back atmosphere of the story as well as made you invest more and more on its characters, particularly Elio. The actors' performances in this film were also spectacular. The supporting roles of Armie Hammer and Michael Stuhlbarg added so much life and emotion in the film however Timothee Chalamet in particular was a gem. His performance was not only convincing, it completely captivates you to his character and makes you utterly care for him and support him. He has the ability to show clear emotions on his face without saying a word. An entire monologue can be summed up in just five seconds of looking at his face. He was genuinely a site to see and deserving for all the praise he's been getting. The final scene alone which showed off his range as an actor alone is enough to get him all the awards. 

Overall, Call Me By Your Name is simply phenomenal. The story so magnificently told and so emotionally devastating with deeply impactful performances. No other film has affected me more than Call Me By Your Name has which makes it a no-brainer as to why I absolutely adore it and why I consider it the best film of 2017

So there you have it! My top five best films with some honorable mentions for those that didn't quite make it. I wasn't able to watch all the films released in 2017 which is why critically-acclaimed ones such as "The Disaster Artist", "I, Tonya", "Lady Bird", and "The Shape of Water" (just to name some) are not in the list. Those, and many more, would have to wait for 2018. But overall I was really satisfied with the all the films that I got to watch this year. This year was a good year for movie fans because of the wealth of material that we can all analyze and review for everyone else to see.I really can't wait for what the 2018 movie slate has in store for all of us. I hope it would be as good, if not better, as what 2017 gave us.

New (and more defined) Ratings!

If you have been following this blog, then you know I do reviews quite a lot. I always have a score at the bottom of each review post depending on how much I liked or disliked a certain book, film, or episode in a series. However, I've never actually expressed how I rate them. I just give out a number and that's it. A few weeks ago, Lyka Cali and I over at Wander Reads decided it was time to clearly define our ratings when we do reviews. A new way of rating would clearly describe our thoughts on a certain material and would cause less confusion for us and our readers. This new rating will take effect after this post. I won't be changing my ratings in my previous reviews anymore. I sincerely hope this clears out any confusion any of you might have when reading our posts from now on!

Special shout out to Lyka Cali for creating this cute illustration! 

Mindless Fun: Kong: Skull Island Review

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Another monster movie has been released in theaters. 

I would argue that next to comic book films, monster movies are the most popular films for the public to see. We have been watching these kinds of films for decades now and most of all, monster movies with gigantic animals in it. There is a reason why these movies still make millions of dollars in the box office no matter the generation. I guess there is an appeal in watching humongous beings destroy an entire city or military ships and helicopters. Whether it may be a blood-thirsty shark, a genetically-mutated dinosaur, or a reptilian creature, the sight of such beings remain entertaining to watch.

And that's what I would describe Kong: Skull Island, entertaining....just not substantial.

This film was highly entertaining. The action is by far the best thing about this movie. The scenes where Kong gets to work in completely decimating the intruders of his island as well as the "bad" lizard-like monsters also inhabiting the island by the west side was just delightful. You really get to see the improvement mankind has made with computers because the CGI was great. It is obvious that there will never be an ape the size of a building wresting a colossal squid but that's just your common sense. The same way you know there will never be alien intruders when you watch Independence Day. That doesn't change the fact that the special effects were amazing and done extremely well. The cinematography was also very good. The shots they have of Skull Island was utterly breathtaking. The music was another component the film got right. The musical score was composed by Henry Jackman, the composer of X-Men: First Class as well as the last two Captain America films. He did great in those films and he did not fail to impress once again in this. And yes, the acting was pretty good. Tom Hiddleston, Brie Larson, Samuel L. Jackson and the others managed to make it work most of the time which is an achievement considering they weren't given much to work with. 

The two major flaws this movie has is the flat characters and the mediocre script. I absolutely did not care about the major characters in this film. They had no story behind them whatsoever or any agenda that wasn't thin as paper. This, in turn, made some scenes of the film make no sense because you hardly know the characters. There were times where they will do something that would appear random and misplaced. They weren't even charismatic which could have audience forgive them for having no depth. They were just there. Frankly, I cared more about the soldiers who died early on in the film than I did for Tom Hiddleston's character or Brie Larson's character or the scientists, or even Samuel L. Jackson, who I guess out of all the main characters, had the best characterization but that's not really saying much. Not caring for the characters is just a huge no-no with films. You have got to care to be invested in what happens. I barely cared which is such a shame. The fact that I'm using the actors' names rather than their names in the film is a statement in itself. The characters were just so unremarkable that I forgot their names almost immediately. It felt like such a waste for the movie had such high caliber actors in its disposal and they weren't used in their full potential.

The script didn't help matters. Instead of elevating the film it just did the bare minimum of setting up the characters and moving the story forward. The dialogue was mediocre and could have easily been improved. There were actually times where I thought to myself "Well, that was a lame line." and they were scattered all over the film. They even tried to add humor but the jokes and punchlines were hardly funny. I saw how hard the actors tried to sell the jokes to be humorous than it actually was which is quite bad. You need the jokes to flow naturally and not look forced. The whole script was fine at most but not good and certainly not extraordinary.

Overall, Kong: Skull Island is a film you go see when you want to be entertained and nothing more. I'm not taking away the ability of the film to delight the audience when it comes to action because it was awesome in regards to that. The scenes where Kong was fighting and destroying were the best. Everything but the characters were good. The characters really were the weakest link and since we focus mostly on them then that pulls down the movie down a lot of pegs. It felt like an obligatory movie which I am pretty sure it was since Warner Brothers plans to make a movie wherein Godzilla and Kong go at it. Why couldn't they make their plans much more subtle and not show throughout the movie? It can definitely be done. Look at (some) of Marvel's movies.

The bottom line is, this is a perfect example of a really fun movie wherein you can just turn off your brain and enjoy the fantastic visuals. But hey, at least it's still so much better than the Transformers films.

5/10

A Crazy and Fun Ride: Kingsman: The Secret Service Review

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I can say without a shadow of a doubt that Kingsman: The Secret Service was the most fun I've had watching a movie in YEARS.

I went in this movie not knowing anything about it. Just an assurance from my sister that it was good. I did not know who was starring in it, what the premise is, or who directed it. Nothing at all. And maybe that absence of knowledge helped me really enjoy this movie for what it is.

Kingsman has a simple premise. It's about a boy training to be a part of an underground spy agency while a villain is going about trying to make his evil plan work which will ultimately lead to a destroyed world. We have all seen that premise a million times before. This should have been a cliche film but the director, Matthew Vaughn, knew this and added his own spin. The film didn't take itself too seriously like what other spy films do these days. It's funny and self-aware. It pokes fun at the fact that their situations are just like the old James Bond films. And because it didn't take itself too seriously, it had the freedom to do anything it wanted. It could be ridiculous and over-the-top all it wanted but it won't hit the movie in a bad way and my God did they did not hold back.

They went all out. There were flying teeth, severed limbs, and exploding heads. It was absolutely chaotic when fight scenes were involved but still had a sort of charm about it that doesn't turn off the audience. I never thought I would ever be okay with "shaky cam" in movies but in this one it actually worked. It followed the action well-enough and it actually made sense why they were using it. It should not have worked but it did. Since the story itself was simple enough, it can afford all that time spent being insane.

The simple story had some twist and turns that I did not expect especially by the end which made the experience watching it so much better. The twist and turns as well as the over-the-top sequences were not the only factors that elevated the story. The characters played a big part as well. Eggsy Urwin, played by Taron Egerton, was a relatable as well as likable character. I think what made him this way was how the actor portrayed him himself. It would have been so easy to turn Eggsy into a severely arrogant and obnoxious character but Egerton managed to strike a balance. Harry Hart, played by Colin Firth, may not be as relatable as Eggsy but he was just as likable. Maybe even more so in the beginning. They had terrific chemistry. They're relationship, a hybrid of father/son and master/apprentice, carried the movie. Valentine, played by Samuel L. Jackson, was good. His whole character was a throwback to the old James Bond villains as well as his associate, Gazelle. The character Merlin, played by Mark Strong, was an excellent supporting character as well as Sophie and Charlie. Love them or hate them, they played a specific role that added more to the film.

Overall, Kingsman: The Secret Service was an exhilarating and insanely fun movie filled with likable characters. In a time where "dark and gritty" films are abundant, this is exactly the type of movie that we need. It's a reminder that being light and fun can be badass, cool, and good too. You don't need to aim for that "dark and gritty" genre if you want to be a success.

Kingsman: The Golden Circle will be released soon. If this film is any indicator, I'm sure Matthew Vaughn will knock the sequel out of the park

8.5/10 stars

The Beauty of Simplicity and Silence: The Disappearance of Eleanor Rigby Review

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I love James McAvoy.

I think he's a terrific person and a very talented actor. One of the best actors working today. I had a James McAvoy phase where all I wanted to watch were his movies. After scrolling through his filmography, I found the title "The Disappearance of Eleanor Rigby". The title alone was enough to grab my interest and when I did further research on it, I found out that it was separated into two films and that Jessica Chastain was also involved. Starring alongside McAvoy and a producer of the film as well. At that point, I was determined to watch these two films. One film, told from the perspective of McAvoy's character and the other one told from the perspective of Chastain's character. Two films that make up one story? Peculiar indeed. The résumé of these two actors are impossible to miss too.

With a high bar of expectations, how did it manage after watching both films? To simply put it, I loved it.

For this review, I will be critiquing "The Disappearance of Eleanor Rigby: Him" and "The Disappearance of Eleanor Rigby: Her" separately before giving my overall thoughts on the story.

The Disappearance of Eleanor Rigby: Him

This film set out to do one thing, to tell the story of James McAvoy's character without falling apart without the contribution of Chastain's character. It's obvious from the title itself that the main story line would be centered around Eleanor. How will the film work without much presence of Eleanor? Turns out, it worked pretty well. Eleanor might be gone for most of the film's run time but it gave the film something to work with. The film is simply about Conor trying to deal with his wife's absence, dealing with why their relationship turned into what it was in the film, and dealing with the tragedy that started the everything in the first place. It truly made you feel for him and support him. It sometimes even made you dislike Eleanor for bringing so much complications and pain in his life and it was easy to do that too since the film doesn't let you get invested in Eleanor that much. Although, this movie wasn't just two hours filled with angst. It had some comedic moments too brought on mostly by Bill Hader's character. In effect, this one is the lighter Eleanor Rigby film. Since the plot was simple, it doesn't do anything that was bigger than anything I mentioned. The simplicity of it actually made it better because it made it more authentic. It feels like real life. There were a lot of silent scenes in this film too. Shots of them walking, reading, and thinking are just some but what made these scenes work were the actors. They managed to convey the emotion needed so masterfully that it didn't feel dull. In fact, it felt powerful. James McAvoy, as always, was amazing. He had the tough job of supporting the entire film, to make Conor worth investing on and he did just that. He really really did. In the end, The Disappearance of Eleanor Rigby: Him was good. It told a simple story elevated by the caliber of actors that did their jobs magnificently.

The Disappearance of Eleanor Rigby: Her

And now we go on to the movie told from the perspective of Eleanor Rigby. I expected more from this movie than "Him" because after all, it's where Eleanor is. We find out who exactly is Eleanor and why she is the central figure of the two films. And we do find out who Eleanor is. Here, she makes more sense. I watched "Him" before watching "Her" and since she was barely in "Him", she was more of an enigma than an actual person. Here, we see her as she is and the burden she carries. Like "Him" the plot is very simple. It's about Eleanor dealing with the tragedy of losing her child and trying to find some way to cope. The simplicity allowed everything to be explored full force. There's no side story lines that needed to be showcased or even big reveals. It's just that so it never lacks focus. It's also interesting how it switches the audience's allegiance. While watching "Her" it seems like James McAvoy's character was the one to be disliked not Eleanor and yet I clearly remember being irritated at her while watching "Him". This really adds to both films. It means, both did their jobs well at making you invested on both Conor and Eleanor. "Her" is a much more emotional movie than "Him". It is clear that the tragedy Conor and Eleanor have experienced is hard on both yet they have different ways of dealing with it. It seems like Eleanor's way is less effective and this leads to the film being more sad and wistful. You really feel for her especially when flashbacks show her happy and carefree. The difference between the Eleanor before and the Eleanor now is huge. The performances all the actors gave were phenomenal. McAvoy carried "Him" exceptionally and the same could be said to Chastain for "Her". She really stepped up her game. I can confidently say that this is one of her best performances yet. Viola Davis, Isabelle Huppert, Jess Weixler, and William Hurt were also in the film and were equally great. In the end, The Disappearance of Eleanor Rigby: Her, like its counterpart, was good. It's simple and good plot was made so much better by it's characters and the set of actors portraying these characters.

Overall Thoughts on Both Films

The two films, one story format is unusual but it actually made the whole thing so much better. Thanks to the two main characters having one movie each, we could see every aspect of them without any limitations. It didn't need to worry about balancing the time each character had because it was all explored fully in their own films. We got to see who the characters Conor and Eleanor are. These films are great examples of simplicity at it's finest. It shows that having a grand and complex plot doesn't necessarily mean a great film. It all depends on how well done the script and the execution was. These films were both. All the characters were excellent but would be nothing if not for the outstanding performances of the actors. Everyone brought their A game and it really shows. I also got to praise the superb music Son Lux created for this film. The songs played complemented the scenes wonderfully. It got you to feel more if that's possible. Were there any flaws? There werebut minimal. After watching both films, I noticed that there were some scenes that happened in "Him" that contrast with "Her" and vise versa. There were also scenes that I felt went a little bit too long. This doesn't necessarily mean the silent scenes because I actually quite liked them. It's more of the scenes with dialogue. I also found some parts to be easily predictable. Nonetheless, this should not hinder you from seeing these films. They were a great feat. It unique format really worked. It's authentic, haunting, and beautiful. I definitely think it's worth checking out.

8/10 stars