Philip Seymour Hoffman. An actor par-excellence, who tragically passed away four months back at the age of 46, had a career of only ups, in my opinion. Be it a cameo, a supporting part, or even being a leading-man, Hoffman never failed to astonish us, with his sheer brilliance as an actor. And in 'Synecdoche, New York', Hoffman delivers a tour-de-force performance as a man in search of life. Hoffman dominates the show with a sterling act!
'Synecdoche, New York' Synopsis: A theatre director struggles with his work, and the women in his life, as he creates a life-size replica of New York City inside a warehouse as part of his new play.
'Synecdoche, New York', written & directed by the magnificent Charlie Kaufman, is tale of life. It has everything. Happiness. Sadness. Struggle. Love. Hate. Jealously. Loss. Death. The protagonist, Caden Cotard, played by Hoffman, experiences every emotion a human-being goes through. Its eventually a tragic story of a man's struggle of dealing with life, but the impact it leaves on its viewer, is tremendous.
Kaufman''s Screenplay is saddening, but moving & memorable, as well. Kaufman's Direction, on the other-hand, is simplistic. Cinematography is excellent. Editing is just right. Art Design is fabulous. Make-Up is perfect.
Besides Hoffman, its Samantha Morton, who stands out with a terrific performance. Her scenes with Hoffman, are simply brilliant.
On the whole, 'Synecdoche, New York' is an effort that cannot be missed! And for Hoffman, Rest In Peace. You Will Always Be Missed!
'Synecdoche, New York' Synopsis: A theatre director struggles with his work, and the women in his life, as he creates a life-size replica of New York City inside a warehouse as part of his new play.
'Synecdoche, New York', written & directed by the magnificent Charlie Kaufman, is tale of life. It has everything. Happiness. Sadness. Struggle. Love. Hate. Jealously. Loss. Death. The protagonist, Caden Cotard, played by Hoffman, experiences every emotion a human-being goes through. Its eventually a tragic story of a man's struggle of dealing with life, but the impact it leaves on its viewer, is tremendous.
Kaufman''s Screenplay is saddening, but moving & memorable, as well. Kaufman's Direction, on the other-hand, is simplistic. Cinematography is excellent. Editing is just right. Art Design is fabulous. Make-Up is perfect.
Besides Hoffman, its Samantha Morton, who stands out with a terrific performance. Her scenes with Hoffman, are simply brilliant.
On the whole, 'Synecdoche, New York' is an effort that cannot be missed! And for Hoffman, Rest In Peace. You Will Always Be Missed!