Goya in Bordeaux
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Movie Reviews of Goya in Bordeaux
Movie Review: Goya In Bordeaux
Summary: 5 Stars
Truly excellent movie. The photography makes one believe one is looking at a moving Goya painting. Really first rate.Movie Review: An Exploration on the Role of the Artist in Society
Summary: 4 Stars
Saura's newest film follows in the tradition of <<Bodas de sangre>>, <<Elisa vida mia>> and his most recent film <<Tango>>. All explore the role of the artist as <<Creator>> within society. <<Goya en Burdeos>> is no exception. The film features Francisco Rabal, now the elderly Goya, who recounts his life to his young daughter in a series of artistic flashbacks, many of which cross the boundaries of time and space. Integral to the plot are his recollections of his affair with Cayetana, the famed Duchess of Alba, and who torments his thoughts throughout the course of the film bringing an element of reality to the artist's sometimes surreal world, a world where Goya's paintings serve as backdrops to illustrate the historical period. In addition, unusual lighting and music contribute to the film's artistic flare, all blending into a lush and virtual feast for the eyes. I truly enjoyed this creative experiment. It is a must for Saura fans and for those who enjoy Spanish art and history.Movie Review: An artistic masterpiece
Summary: 4 Stars
This film is an artistic masterpiece. Absolutely beautiful cinematography (i.e., the transparent walls), superb costumes and recreation of the time/place, beautiful musical score, and fantastic acting. The girl that played Goya's daughter was outstanding.Therefore, it is no surprise that this film earned four Goya Awards (spanish equivalent of the Oscar, ironically named after the master painter himself). This is not a strict biography of the great master; it is cinematographic art interwoven within an old man's (Goya's) recollection of his life.
Movie Review: The human side of a genius
Summary: 4 Stars
The society tends to think of artists as selfish, solitary and detached from reality. "Goya in Bordeaux" shows the surprisingly human and sympathetic side of the great artist. The film is not just about Goya's genius. It's about his earthly loves. After a lifetime of moderate promiscuity, Goya settles down into unexpectedly conventional domesticity with his wife and daughter. His concern for his family is genuine and tender. Goya agrees to discontinue his disturbing paintings, because they scare his daughter.Movie Review: "The Night Is Made For Sleep... And Painting... And Love" ~ Scenes From A Life
Summary: 3 Stars
Note: Spanish with English subtitles.
Synopsis: An old man awakens in bed confused and bewildered. After wandering through a house he doesn't recognize he ends up out on the street impeding traffic and pedestrians until his daughter Rosarito (Dapne Fernadez) comes to his rescue and takes him home. The old man is the legendary painter Goya now in the twilight of his life. Through the eyes of age and experience his life unfolds in a series of flashbacks revealing his passion for painting, his one true love Cayetana (Maribel Verdu) and his homeland Spain.
Critique: Released in '99 `Goya in Bordeaux' is an artsy film heavy on visual presentation but somewhat lacking in character development. It has the feel of a stage production except for the few sequences filmed outside. Most of the film is shot indoors within the confines of the home or studio of Goya. The settings are extremely minimalist, containing just enough furniture as necessary. The cinematography gives the impression of a stage providing just enough light to allow the audience to follow the action but dark and shadowy around the edges to give the impression of more space than there really is. The atmosphere created by the director is indeed unique but just didn't appeal to me.
Making matters worse, I also found the cast to be stiff and uninteresting, except for the lovely Dapre Fernadez in the role of his daughter and care giver. I simply couldn't get caught up in the storyline and ended up watching mostly for the well conceived sequences when Goya's paintings came to life to haunt and fascinate.
My rating: One viewing was plenty for me. My rating: -3 Stars-.