First of all, the movie was incredibly realistic. I haven't seen a film that felt this realistic in a long time, and it didn't oversimplify the complex situation. Additionally, the film was very well-directed, and the director's skill was evident.
I won't delve deeply into the performances, but everyone did quite well. There might have been a couple of instances of overacting that caught my eye, but overall, the performances were on point.
As I mentioned in the first paragraph, the direction really caught my attention. Apart from the screenplay, they portrayed events from a very accurate angle and profile, which was impressive. Another outstanding aspect was the courtroom scenes, with long, uncut takes that were mesmerizing in terms of both acting and cinematography, creating a sense of realism that truly captivated me. I couldn't believe how real it was. It was even more real than reality, to put it that way.
The screenplay was clear and straightforward, with no exaggeration. However, I can offer some criticism towards the end, as the runtime extended, and as the conclusion began to take shape, I started to feel fatigued as a viewer. This is where I deducted some points, as I had expected 1-2 unique scenes that were missing.
I'd like to mention my favorite scenes in the film with spoilers. The scene where the Snoop is poisoned was amazing; it made me feel so bad that my stomach still hurts, and that's a serious achievement. Daniel's final speech where he talks about the memory and his facial expressions were incredibly well done. I applaud the young actor. Sandra Hüller's performance in the scene where she argues with her husband was excellent, and her monologue was spot on. I also loved the part where the events were simulated; it was my favorite part, as it set this film apart from others.
Additionally, during the courtroom scenes in the film, there is a lot of back and forth, which is hard to describe. The film explores all possibilities but doesn't lead you to a definite conclusion by the end. I'm not sure whether Daniel's final memory he shares in court is real or if it indicates that he couldn't accept that his mother was the murderer. If the events in the film had been resolved to my satisfaction, I wouldn't have liked it as much. I don't know what the general consensus is, but I believe that each possibility remains equally plausible from the start, and this aspect of the film is one of its strong points.
In summary, despite the weariness towards the end, I'm glad I watched it in the cinema, and I'm glad I went to see this French production. It's the right kind of film in every aspect.
I won't delve deeply into the performances, but everyone did quite well. There might have been a couple of instances of overacting that caught my eye, but overall, the performances were on point.
As I mentioned in the first paragraph, the direction really caught my attention. Apart from the screenplay, they portrayed events from a very accurate angle and profile, which was impressive. Another outstanding aspect was the courtroom scenes, with long, uncut takes that were mesmerizing in terms of both acting and cinematography, creating a sense of realism that truly captivated me. I couldn't believe how real it was. It was even more real than reality, to put it that way.
The screenplay was clear and straightforward, with no exaggeration. However, I can offer some criticism towards the end, as the runtime extended, and as the conclusion began to take shape, I started to feel fatigued as a viewer. This is where I deducted some points, as I had expected 1-2 unique scenes that were missing.
I'd like to mention my favorite scenes in the film with spoilers. The scene where the Snoop is poisoned was amazing; it made me feel so bad that my stomach still hurts, and that's a serious achievement. Daniel's final speech where he talks about the memory and his facial expressions were incredibly well done. I applaud the young actor. Sandra Hüller's performance in the scene where she argues with her husband was excellent, and her monologue was spot on. I also loved the part where the events were simulated; it was my favorite part, as it set this film apart from others.
Additionally, during the courtroom scenes in the film, there is a lot of back and forth, which is hard to describe. The film explores all possibilities but doesn't lead you to a definite conclusion by the end. I'm not sure whether Daniel's final memory he shares in court is real or if it indicates that he couldn't accept that his mother was the murderer. If the events in the film had been resolved to my satisfaction, I wouldn't have liked it as much. I don't know what the general consensus is, but I believe that each possibility remains equally plausible from the start, and this aspect of the film is one of its strong points.
In summary, despite the weariness towards the end, I'm glad I watched it in the cinema, and I'm glad I went to see this French production. It's the right kind of film in every aspect.