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Movie Reviews of Following
Movie Review: Great First Effort
Summary: 5 Stars
I would have never guessed that Following was a beginner's effort, it is sophisticated, polished, and spell-binding. This movie proves that a cinematic story can be told without special effects, big-name stars, or a big budget. What's important is the director's vision. And what a vision director Nolan had. Following is a modern film noir that honors the classic genre and elevates it; using his now-familiar non-chronological approach to telling the tale.
The actual story isn't very complicated once you piece it together in the right sequence. However, it's beautifully revealed in bits and pieces as you first see the end, then the beginning, then the middle, then back to the beginning, then the end.
At only one hour and a few minutes, there's not a dull minute in the film. It's lean and only shows the important stuff. Highly recommended, especially if you enjoyed Memento and Inception, see where the creator of those two brilliant films is coming from. Also, in a delightful visual bonus, look for the prominent Batman symbol on the main character's front door in this film. How did Nolan know he would go on to direct the best two Batman films, "Batman Begins", and "The Dark Knight"?
Movie Review: If you liked memento, you'll like this one
Summary: 5 Stars
I have to say that Memento is the best movie I've ever seen. I decided to watch this because it's by the same director and I was wondering what else he could come up with. And I wasn't dissapointed. The movie is in black and white and jumps around the timeline in an interesting way, which keeps you focused and trying to figure out what's going on. I thought the general idea of the movie, about a guy who follows and watches random people, trying to figure out who they are and what they do, is quite original but at the same time common to everybody -- who hasn't wondered about the random person on the street (I sure have).
The way the movie is presented is involving and at times humorous. The way the camera is positioned you really get a feel for being right there, next to the characters and involved in the storyline.
The movie is just as good on the second or third viewing (like Memento), and that's definitely evidence to the fact it's good.
I would definitely recommend this movie to people who liked Memento; you won't be dissapointed with it.
Movie Review: It is like they dropped the slides of the movie and mixed it up
Summary: 5 Stars
This movie is really fun because they mixed everything all around and made it confusing. Pay attention the other person is right. This movie is for people who like art movies. It is violent. Some people cannot follow it, but those who do love it. I really loved it. It is black and white so hopefully that does not turn you off, but it is really great. This is one you have to think with and pay attention to. This is not something to walk in and out of. It would not make any sense at all. Not one for kids. They will be really confused. It will take so long to explain it to them and still you may not be able to. A smart teen could probably understand it, but some adults cannot. If you are reading reviews I am sure you can. It is some great mental exercise and so much better than other movies when you want something of more substance.Movie Review: Chris Nolan does it again for me
Summary: 5 Stars
This was Christopher Nolan's first film, and the first time I saw it was at a little screening he did(and attended). I Loved pretty much everything about the film.
What stood out the most to me, and I thought was interesting because he spoke about it a little after the film, was the scenery. Because the film had such a low budget, most of the filming was done in really simple places that they already had access to...(they didn't really create much). For example, some of the main apartments in the film were actually apartments that the makers lived in.
While being his first film, it was the last one of his that I needed to see to finish his collection. I can definitely see the origin of his film style. Altogether, this movie is fantastic!
Movie Review: Has you in the first moments
Summary: 5 Stars
More than anything, I was struck in this movie by how quickly and easily the director and main actor were able to pry me out of myself and put me in the shoes of the main character. Before I knew it, I was joining in his main passtime of Following strangers to see their lives. I've never wanted to do this before, but it was instantly effective filmmaking, and I could see how people would be fascinated by this activity.
I won't give away any plot points, but there is a very satisfying and unanticipated storyline resulting from the introduction.
Watch it for 5 minutes and see how well the film puts you into unfamiliar shoes with your unknowing consent.