After delivering a Masterpiece with 'While We're Young', Noah Baumbach returns with a yet another winner in 'Mistress America'. This one's a fine comedy, with stellar performances!
'Mistress America' Synopsis: A lonely college freshman's life is turned upside down by her impetuous, adventurous soon-to-be stepsister.
'Mistress America' is finely written & directed by Noah. Its interesting to see two women from different generations collide & express their vulnerabilities. I was engrossed & the verbosity fits in correctly. However, Noah's Writing could've ended on a stronger note. I wasn't pleased by the final-act of its Screenplay, it kinda loosens the impact & hence, I rate this comedy among Noah's better efforts, but certainly not his best. Noah's Direction is super, as always.
'Mistress America' has amazing performances all around. Greta Gerwig is masterful. She delivers a knockout performance as the unlikable yet irresistible force of the narrative. Lola Kirke is a find. She's simply brilliant in her breakout role, portraying the flawed protagonist, with absolute flourish. Of the supporting case, Michael Chernus's turn as the filthy millionaire, is a particular stand out.
On the whole, 'Mistress America' has a few faults, but its still worth watching.
'Mistress America' Synopsis: A lonely college freshman's life is turned upside down by her impetuous, adventurous soon-to-be stepsister.
'Mistress America' is finely written & directed by Noah. Its interesting to see two women from different generations collide & express their vulnerabilities. I was engrossed & the verbosity fits in correctly. However, Noah's Writing could've ended on a stronger note. I wasn't pleased by the final-act of its Screenplay, it kinda loosens the impact & hence, I rate this comedy among Noah's better efforts, but certainly not his best. Noah's Direction is super, as always.
'Mistress America' has amazing performances all around. Greta Gerwig is masterful. She delivers a knockout performance as the unlikable yet irresistible force of the narrative. Lola Kirke is a find. She's simply brilliant in her breakout role, portraying the flawed protagonist, with absolute flourish. Of the supporting case, Michael Chernus's turn as the filthy millionaire, is a particular stand out.
On the whole, 'Mistress America' has a few faults, but its still worth watching.