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- Review count5
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- First reviewSeptember 6, 2009
- Last reviewJuly 12, 2010
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- Average rating4.4
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Non riuscito
PostedJuly 12, 2010
Davidia
from Washington, DC
“I Am Love” is an odd mongrel. The opening scene, the multi-generational dinner headed by the patriarch, is spot-on in its subdued opulence and style. Being from Milan myself and coming from a similar background, I can affirm that such a style goes even beyond that pertaining to a small industrialist’s family, but seeing a Melzi d’Eril as one of the producers explains it, as he is the scion of an ancient aristocratic family. So, for once the waiters offer the food on the right side and take away the plates on the left—they get this right and believe me, it seldom happens on the silver screen. Other than that, a film that could (should?) have been about the changing of epochs, and would have been very interesting for all that this implies, suddenly takes a detour which remains, to the end, baffling and inexplicable. We are to believe that the foreign woman – Emma – who married into the wealthy Milanese family and grew up in Communist Soviet Union was already a great cook there, thanks to her granny’s cooking (but, in all seriousness, has any critic tasted Russian food?). Also, we are supposed to believe that her caged-up persona is suddenly and at long last released by the food of Antonio, a bearded, self-effacing and rather expressionless man the age of her son. And this woman, who for her whole life has cultivated a certain image and not without great rewards, given her lifestyle, throws it all away for a cook—and not just any cook, but her son’s best friend and business partner. The Deus ex Machina comes when the son figures out what the mother has been up to, confronts her, accidentally falls, and hits his head with a very distinct THUMP. And Emma has the good taste to tell her husband that she’s in love with the cook at their son’s funeral. After the credits, we see Emma and Antonio together as lovers in a grotto he had taken her to before close to his restaurant in the hills.
Motivation is what moves characters. What Emma does is not believable because we fail to understand what on earth could motivate her to throw everything away for Antonio the cook? Even the choice of his name is awkward: doesn’t the Italian director remember the famous film Il bell’Antonio, by Mauro Bolognini? Well, this Antonio is not bello, far from it, so, for the Russian woman to fall for him, his cooking must be truly phenomenal, or outright uncanny. In sum, a promising beginning, and then all is lost by the wayside, by the nettles that Antonio may well use for a risotto.
The use at times of the hand held camera was also annoying.
The use at times of the hand held camera was also annoying.
No, I do not recommend this movie.
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5
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5
A true artist
PostedOctober 29, 2009
Davidia
from Washington, DC
Who knew that Michael would have so much control in every aspect of the stage show. He comes off as a true artist. I saw the Thriller show in LA back in the day, and it was spectacular. This new show was going to be even bigger. Michael will be missed.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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4
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Enjoyable
PostedOctober 2, 2009
Davidia
from Washington, DC
This film surprised me. I really enjoyed it. The acting was excellent all around. I'm not a fan of Renee Z, but this part was perfect for her.
It should have been picked up by AMC select.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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A beautiful love story!
PostedOctober 2, 2009
Davidia
from Washington, DC
This film should get a wide release. There are lots of women who would love to see it, but will not get a chance to because it will not reach their cities.
I have a penchant for period films and classic literature, so it was perfect for me. The photography was absolutely beautiful too.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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I want more
PostedSeptember 6, 2009
Davidia
from Washington, DC
Jimmy Page is fantastic! I want to see a film completely dedicated to him, there is so much rock history with him. Love you Jimmy, miss Led Zeppelin, and I hope you get Bonham's son on the drums and get the band on tour. Those gigs in London were not enough.
The Edge surprised me with all those petals and gimmicks, he really uses the technology that is available.
Jack White an American icon. Who knew that was his favorite song?! A renaissance musician, I love all he does.
A truly enjoyable film that leaves one wanting more.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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