From Little Children to TÁR, Todd Field's first film in 16 years didn't disappoint. A slow-paced drama with a powerful performance from Cate Blanchett is a good watch. The first hour and a half of the film establishes Lydia Tár, a renowned composer-conductor, her accomplishments and position in society. However, almost completely of her own doing, her life fell apart.
Cate Blanchett's performance made this film a contender. She carried a very decent portrayal of an artist whom you thought was contented with life and success but was looking for something more. And that "more" caused a downfall no artist in real life has survived from. This film gave us a glimpse of what it's like for an artist when their career starts to fall apart, and their works and achievements become overshadowed by actions they have done. The "Can you separate the art from the artist?" argument is what makes this film a thought-provoking experience.
Cate Blanchett's performance made this film a contender. She carried a very decent portrayal of an artist whom you thought was contented with life and success but was looking for something more. And that "more" caused a downfall no artist in real life has survived from. This film gave us a glimpse of what it's like for an artist when their career starts to fall apart, and their works and achievements become overshadowed by actions they have done. The "Can you separate the art from the artist?" argument is what makes this film a thought-provoking experience.