July 8, 2005
Just because it isn't as perfect as Gerry doesn't mean it's not the most beautiful film I've seen in ages.
Halfway through, a woman behind me said loudly to no one in particular: "This is like watching paint dry." If I hadn't been so enraptured by the film, that might have made me really mad.
I'll have a review soon, but I wonder if I don't suffer from a lack of objectivity towards this film. Its subject matter and the style in which it is portrayed are sort of conducive towards my being overwhelmed. Nonetheless, I'll do my best to explain why I love it.
Posted by David Lowery at July 8, 2005 1:00 PM
Comments
Looking forward to your review of this, David--I'm a fan of Van Sant, and Gerry in particular (esp. that 6-7 minute scene where they walk side by side, no dialogue, just breathing and crunching sand...)
Nick
Posted by: Nick at July 8, 2005 4:45 PM
me too.. i'm excited to see this, whenever i may have a chance.
Posted by: brad at July 9, 2005 12:06 PM