 | Thomas S. |
98 out of 129 people found this review helpful
First off, understand this is a Psychological Thriller with hints of Horror in it. That being said, whether you like the ending or not, I left this movie with a "Wow" feeling. I thought the cinematography was well done and you really felt the emotions that were going through Nina's head. Natalie Portman will surely garner Oscar nominations due to this performance. Was this review helpful? Yes
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 | Robert S. |
85 out of 113 people found this review helpful
A young ballerina is selected as the Swan Queen in Swan Lake, replacing an aging star that was forcibly retired. She must deal with a difficult director, an overbearing mother, and the jealousies of her fellow dancers. She is being terrorized by one of the other dancers, and has to deal with psychotic episodes. The film succeeds at thrusting the viewer into the world of a woman who is achieving her dream, which turns out to be more of a nightmare. The strange psychotic episodes that she endures blur the line between fantasy and reality for not only her, but the audience. This film is a very strong effort that will capture the audience. Was this review helpful? Yes
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 | Ted S. |
72 out of 100 people found this review helpful
Black Swan picks at our deepest fears; in most fright films, danger lurks in the shadows. Here it is devilishly grinning in the mirror. It is pure horror mixed with backstage melodrama. Natalie Portman's outstanding performance and Aronofsky's high-flying style of directing makes Black Swan one of the best films of 2010. It is a must-see for anyone who lives and breathes movies. Was this review helpful? Yes
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 | Nancy S. |
0 out of 0 people found this review helpful
Very disturbing movie! Hard to tell what was real and not real, which was the idea I'm sure. Would not recommend this to the faint-hearted. Was this review helpful? Yes
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 | Sherri H. |
0 out of 0 people found this review helpful
Interesting psych thriller that requires you to not think it out too much in order to enjoy it. While some characters are not as developed as they might have been, the costumes, performances, and camera work are quite good. Ambivalent ending, but worth your time to watch. Was this review helpful? Yes
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 | Lucy M. |
0 out of 0 people found this review helpful
The storyline had some potential but failed to deliver. The ending was just plain ridiculous. I am glad I did not spend the money to see this in a movie theatre. Was this review helpful? Yes
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 | Valente R. |
22 out of 37 people found this review helpful
I wanted to love this movie because before I retired, I directed for TV, many ballet performances at Lincoln Center with the New York City ballet Co. as well as The San Francisco Ballet. I liked it but didn't love it. I know the pressures of being number one at any craft and sadly, I thought the main character should have had a much more aggressive and competative persona. That's really what it takes to succeed in anything. However, this "Hollywood" take on ballet was created for drama/movie purposes only and was only mildly near the truth of what really goes on behind the curtain. Tchaikovskys music remains solid as ever but frankly, overused and very cliche. Was this review helpful? Yes
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| Jamie C. |
16 out of 28 people found this review helpful
1)The camera work was shaky and distracting. 2)There was surprisingly a lot of blood in this movie. 3)You realize half way through the movie exactly what the ending is going to be.
Still quite entertaining and worth a viewing. Was this review helpful? Yes
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 | Salvatore R. |
42 out of 72 people found this review helpful
This movie is about an innocent and virgin ballerina searching for her darkside so she can apply it to its dichotomy which make up the character she portrays in White Swan and Black Swan. Trying to escape her over protective mother, she seeks a dark experience. You can clearly see the director brought in the character played by Mila Kunis to draw out the dark side of Portman's character. I felt it was poorly executed, and the dancer's form was amatuerish. If you have ever seen a top ballet, this is not it. And I agree with a review, she lacked the necessary attributes which make up a lead ballerina. Overall, annoying and unrealestic. Best part, Mila Kunas... Was this review helpful? Yes
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| Dayne I. |
10 out of 21 people found this review helpful
Great movie! Alot of suspense. Excellent acting by Portman. Should get a few Oscar noms. Was this review helpful? Yes
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