Although "High Life" is disguised as a science fiction movie, it is actually a story about human nature. The film is very abstract, using sound and images in a unique and unusual way. The result is that it looks more like a dream rather than a linear story, but thanks to the performance of the actors, the film has a strong Emotional shock.
Claire Denis continues to use the lens in an interesting way, making the film visually exciting, even if the plot of the film does not develop quickly. The picture of the film is really beautiful, but likewise, it is sometimes lost because of the rigidity of the story and the sudden jump of time. However, the production of the film is very impressive. Although it did not invest a large budget, it looks like it really happened in outer space. Deney's use of music is sometimes completely silent, and the effect is very good, especially in those difficult sex scenes. Violence is also an effective weapon used by Denis, which not only shocks the audience, but also pushes the story forward.
The supporting actors performed very solidly, especially Boyce played by Mia Goth, which gave people a manic feeling. Andre Benjamin, who has transformed from a musician to an actor, is also very good. His performance has a sense of quiet integrity, which makes the whole character more real. Juliette Binoche played one of the most abominable roles in the film. Her interpretation of the role is very careful and subtle, so we never know whether she is the victim or the culprit of the entire horror. But Robert Pattinson is the glue that really holds the whole movie together. This time he played an upright person and contributed quiet and powerful acting skills. Overall, "High Life" may be a confusing and abstract story, but its performance and visual narrative make up for other shortcomings.
