However, each has its own merits. The original filming of vampire-themed movies like this will indeed attract a lot of controversy, and Neil should have expected it.
From the perspective of traditional vampire films, this is undoubtedly a rebellious film that wants to get out of the circle. The most "basic" characteristic of vampires—the inability to see the sun—is ignored here. All the skills that hunters should have, including strong strength and agility, are not reflected, or even go in the opposite direction. Two weak women, as vampires, are almost the same as those who rely on blood for a living. Ordinary people are no different. If it hadn't been for my daughter to suck the blood of an old man, I wouldn't believe it was a movie about vampires. Besides, what is the magical way to become a vampire is really unacceptable, especially the red and weird waterfall...
So, from the perspective of shaping a vampire, "Byzantium", 1 point!
But this film is to be viewed from the perspective of portraying a vampire mother. I have to say that Gemma's portrayal of this image is really amazing. Whether it is the entangled love of facing the newborn daughter at the beginning, or the protection of the daughter after going crazy, I would rather be the target of public criticism and protect my daughter completely, and the final outcome is like lost. As sensibly, he rushed to the car and smashed the glass to act helplessly and seemingly stupid. This is a mother driven by emotions. The existence of her daughter is the eternal thorn in her heart, rebellious, ironic, wanting to escape... She knows it well. However, even if it hurts to hug, she resolutely protects her too much. Let her not be harmed by anyone, and madly retaliate against those who have hurt her daughter...
This is a tragedy about a mother. It's a movie that is tragic because of too much love.
The performance of the lost mother is so subtle. Enough for "Byzantium" to restore 3 stars, just for the role of Gemma.
If you let me say, there is only one actor in this whole series, and all other characters are supporting roles. Even the daughter is just a clue to the mother's story.
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