The setup: A glimpse at the life of French singer Serge Gainsbourg, from growing up in 1940s Nazi-occupied Paris through his successful song-writing years in the 1960s to his death in 1991 at the age of 62.
The verdict: The acting is effective, save for a few scenes. The metaphors are so abundant, it takes two or three viewings to catch them all. I was deeply impressed, but from an artistic standpoint, there were some plot elements and character developments I didn't think were needed. Worth a look if this sort of storyline appeals to your sensibilities. It is simple yet effective and you'll likely like it at least a bit.
The verdict: The acting is effective, save for a few scenes. The metaphors are so abundant, it takes two or three viewings to catch them all. I was deeply impressed, but from an artistic standpoint, there were some plot elements and character developments I didn't think were needed. Worth a look if this sort of storyline appeals to your sensibilities. It is simple yet effective and you'll likely like it at least a bit.