The Countess (2009)
6/10
Mirror Mirror on the Wall? Duplicitous Devine Delpy!
2 May 2014
Warning: Spoilers
"Snow White" was not able to portray the true nature of a woman in search of eternal beauty, hence, her evil nemesis was far removed from the end product of virginal perfection. Not the case for this deplorable inquisition of age and virtue. Being unfamiliar with Delpy's uncanny abilities in the realm of all that is film, I was overwhelmed with her many contributions to such an intractable historical conveyance.

My first reaction was how does organic matter create powerful enzymes to effect a youthful appearance? Silly girl, however a poignant aspect of the narrative. Provide me, at least, the ingredients of the witches broth that defines silken softness? I will have many less complaints of accents, sullen sex scenes, miscasting and score.

I will complement the introduction of the "God made Man in His Image" and its transpose, but the more impressive allegory was that of the glorified man in battle. Very poignant and relevant today as that Commandment from Moses is most deviously interpreted for judicious use in greed and power.

I applaud Delpy's provocations of this display of deeds undone and recommend for the more refined film reviewer.
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