 | Robert R. |
8 out of 8 people found this review helpful
I gave this move an extra half star because compared to the vast majority of biopics these days, this one stands out. My only fault with the film are the few slow spots. Otherwise, this is a cinematic triumph of acting and imagery. The manner in which relationships are portrayed is is pure genius the way personalities interact and react with each other. The subties are beautifully revealed by the acting and the direction. This is a film for the person with some life experience. It is not about showcasing Robert Pattison or any such Hollywood nonsese. Pattison shows his true acting chops in this film. He creates a singularly brilliant character in his Salvador Dali. Javier Beltran and Marina Gatell are equally mesmerizing in their interpretations. Great film. Was this review helpful? Yes
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 | Carolyn D. |
1 out of 1 people found this review helpful
The agonizing shown in this movie, was well done on both Dali and Federico' parts. To be torn apart by societies beliefs has always presented pain, and to twist yourself inside, to fit in, is a horrible loss of ones life. The political chaos, of course, will always be there. Yes, we may have come far, but not nearly far enough. Was this review helpful? Yes
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 | Shawn A. |
1 out of 1 people found this review helpful
great rendition. slow at times. but good movie Was this review helpful? Yes
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| James R. |
1 out of 1 people found this review helpful
Tough to watch. Pattinson didn't quite pull off the Dali gaze, but an excellent movie. Was this review helpful? Yes
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 | Craig D. |
2 out of 3 people found this review helpful
This is a probably fairly accurate biographical movie which explores both the emotional relationship between the poet Lorca and Salvador Dali, and the rise of fascism in Spain. Lorca is open about his feelings and ultimately gets murdered for them, whereas Dali sublimates his feelings. The outcome is, of course, unsatisfying from a romantic standpoint; it is, nevertheless historically accurate and representative of the realities of the time period. While some may enjoy seeing Robert Pattinson kiss another man, the blue-gray-eyed actor is somewhat strangely cast. The acting is excellent nevertheless. Don't expect hot man-on-man action, though. Was this review helpful? Yes
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 | Christopher S. |
2 out of 3 people found this review helpful
Those looking for a good film about Surrealist painter Dali might expect to see something as weird as his autobiography The Secret Life of Salavor Dali (which still deserves a good film treament), but this bland love story will leave you utterly disappointed. It's just another slow-paced "artsy" film about young men giving speeches and gazing longing at each other. If you are a Lorca fan or a Robert Pattinson fan, you might enjoy it. Was this review helpful? Yes
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| Joseph B. |
0 out of 0 people found this review helpful
I didn't know what to expect from the movie, not knowing much about Salvador Dali and even less about Federico Garcia Lorca. The period piece, set in 1920's-30's Spain, dealt primarily with the political times and character interrelationships of these artists, being well-played by Javier Beltran as Lorca and Robert Pattinson as Dali. Pattinson's accent was all over the place, which didn't really bother me. But, at times, generally understanding the dialogue was difficult throughout, so I used English subtitles to better follow the story. The aspect of unrequited love reminded me of the films, Maurice and Strawberry & Chocolate. Although, both of those films had relatively uplifting endings...this one, tragically, sad. Overall, a very well-made, touching film. Was this review helpful? Yes
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| Ken S. |
1 out of 2 people found this review helpful
Thought it was terrible Was this review helpful? Yes
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| Kenneth and raymond B. |
1 out of 2 people found this review helpful
Very enjoyable. Was this review helpful? Yes
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 | Linda M. |
1 out of 2 people found this review helpful
Although I am a Dali and a Garcia Lorca fan, I hated the movie. It was lewd and boring. Was this review helpful? Yes
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