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Barbie (2023)
Beautiful But Too Obvious
Barbie is undoubtedly an exceptionally unique film, expressing an appreciation for art and beauty, with visible brilliance behind a carefully crafted script aimed at sending a message, enriched by elements of comedy and irony.
The plot revolves around the protagonist Barbie, who was expelled from Barbieland for not conforming to the beauty and perfection standards imposed by the perfect world. Upon entering our world, she discovers that reality is very different from what she imagined, facing sexism and gender inequality. This leads her to reconsider how society should handle differences, especially gender-related ones.
The film manages to balance animation and emotion, maintaining a focus on the comedy while also delving into deep drama, particularly when the protagonist confronts adversities in a society dominated by patriarchy.
The setting of the work is highly immersive, enhanced by the intelligent direction of Greta Gerwig and the captivating performances of Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling. This results in a film that captivates the viewer's attention and effectively conveys the necessary emotions.
However, due to the dialogues, the film becomes quite obvious, leaving little room for artistic interpretations or for the audience to absorb the message in a more personal way. This makes the work, as it approaches the end, somewhat predictable and, to some extent, unnecessary, considering that the message was delivered from the beginning.
Oppenheimer (2023)
A True Milestone in Cinema History
Even though many people may not have liked it, either because of the exhaustion or the expectation-breaking, Oppenheimer is a milestone in cinema history. The production is brilliant, the cast is impeccable, and the direction is formidable.
The film begins by focusing on the creation of the first atomic bomb, and the tension of the race against time is palpable. Even knowing the outcome, it is impossible not to feel nervous watching the scientists work tirelessly to develop the weapon.
When the bomb is finally created, tested, and used, there is a sense that the film will lose its meaning. However, the director manages to keep our interest by exploring the consequences of the bomb for Oppenheimer.
Understandably, some people may have felt that the film should have shown the consequences of the explosion in Japan. For the sake of awareness, it would be essential to have seen the horrors of nuclear war. However, the film is about Oppenheimer, not Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Therefore, the director's side is also understandable.
The drama of the scientist's life is portrayed very well. The troubled life of a genius, the troubled relationships, the difficulties and fears of creating the bomb, the relationship with friends and colleagues, the relationship with the government, and finally, the depression and trauma of being the creator of something so terrible in the history of humanity.
The film's artistic direction is impeccable, both sonically and visually. The soundtrack is epic and helps to create an atmosphere of tension and suspense. The cinematography is beautiful and captures the beauty and horror of creating an atomic weapon.
The cast is excellent, with Cillian Murphy, Robert Downey Jr., and Emily Blunt standing out. Murphy plays Oppenheimer with mastery, capturing his genius, his complexity, and his torment. Downey Jr. And Blunt are also incredible and bring to life important characters in the scientist's life.
Overall, Oppenheimer is a must-see film. It is a complex and challenging work but also a work of art that deserves to be seen.