"Spring Breakers" many years ago, let the audience know Harmony Korine, a few years later, "The Beach Bum", let people redefine him. This "transition/cognition" process lasted for several years, but now it is worthless to look back.
American movie "The Beach Tramp"
Type of work: Comedy
Main actors: Matthew McConaughey, Snoop Dogg, Isla Fisher
Story summary: Moondog's crazy life
Release time: Released in the U.S. on March 29, 2019
Write in front.
Harmony Korine is not the director I admire. As for the works he directed, he is even less interested. For example, "Spring Break" is supported by actors (James Franco), singer (Selena Gomez) and exaggerated images. As for the film itself (The essential thing), thinking about the connotation is seriously insufficient. Of course, some people have to say that this happened many years ago, and now it makes no sense to say it, indeed. But you know, after all these years, Korine still hasn't jumped out of this "vicious circle". In this new work, he still continues the style of the old one, trying to make a comeback with the "oldest three", hehe, the result can be imagined...
Enter the review.
1. It will always be a mix of actors and singers
Matthew McConaughey+Snoop Dogg is exactly the same as the previous James Franco+Selena Gomez combination. Actors rely on acting skills, singers rely on flattery. This fixed collocation formula has become one of Korine's alternative symbols. I believe Korine will continue to use this set of "combined punches" in future works. But having said that, this "match" has its advantages and its disadvantages.
Advantage:
a, stylized
b, there are selling points
Disadvantages:
a, the opponent's play is not strong, so try to avoid it
b. The actor's (main force + guest appearance) strength is clear at a glance, and the difference between high and low may affect the audience's interest in watching the movie
2. Always colorful images
This is another feature of the film directed by Korine, but this "attribute point" is weaker than Gaspar Noé. Why do you say that?
What K pursues is "colorfulness", visual impact, which makes the audience dazzle, dance and sing, and become dizzy as they watch. The most important thing is that the direct connection between the picture and the plot is not enough and disconnected, and it has evolved into a pure "sensory" Exciting", boring.
In contrast, the latter is different.
First of all, there is a "substantial" relationship between the plot and the picture, not a gimmick, but a service to the plot
Secondly, the layering of colors is used properly, not fancy, but using "color" to create a strange atmosphere to enhance emotions
3. The plot is always meaningless and far-fetched
The integrity of the plot is flawed. You know, no one cares about the form in which the director presents the content of the work, but since it is "storytelling", you need to sort out the "ins and outs", you can't think of what it is, you can leave it blank if you can't make it...
This story, in terms of structure, can be divided into two parts.
The first part, from the opening to "Minnie died of drunk driving." In this narrative, there is only one theme-the life of a drunken and golden fan. Is there any substantial content? no! In addition to the wine pond meat forest, singing and dancing promotion, plump breasts and fat buttocks, what else to see? !
The second part, from "Moondog leaving Minnie's luxurious residence" to the last "burning the ship". The themes in this story (self-salvation, pursuit of freedom) are a bit richer, but not enough to support the entire story line (Moondog wanders, writes poems, wins awards, and finally burns Minnie’s huge legacy and his generous bonuses) Although it is undeniable that at the end of the film, the plot has some "highlights" performance, but it is a pity that "a flash of light" and "a fleeting moment".
4. The main theme of this work
Finally, let’s talk about the theme of this work.
1. Love
Not everyone can understand the love between Moondog and Minnie. They love each other, but they are separated; they sleep on the same couch, but they find a new love. This model of love seems to have transcended the boundaries of "spirit and flesh". Although people cannot read it, they are eager to own it.
2. Life
What kind of life do you choose? It is not a set of fixed formulas, but varies from person to person. Some people regard work as the whole life; some people regard love as life sustenance; some people regard freedom as the quasi-test of life.
For different people, the state/meaning/expectations of life are different, so it is enough to live your own life and walk your own way. Remember, there is only one life in your life. If you have passed, passed, missed, lived, it is over, please cherish it.
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Screenwriter ★★☆☆☆ (The story is not enough, it is a flaw)
Director ★☆☆☆☆ (Too personal, if it is self-written, directed and acted, understandable)
Actor ★★★★★ (The actor is the brightest)
Plot ★★☆☆☆ (North can not be found in the first half, some highlights in the second half)
Visual effects ★★★★☆ (From the "picture" alone, it is "bright" enough, and it will be "bad" when combined with the plot)
Sound effects★★★★☆ (The soundtrack is well done, matching the screen)
Recommendation ★★★☆☆ (For "half-open" movies, you can try if you like "visual series")
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