Tag Archives: Musician

Narco Cultura (2013) ☆☆☆1/2(3.5/4) : Bloody culture of drug, violence, and ballad

Posted on May 8, 2014 by kaist455

 One of the memorable scenes in the American TV series “Breaking Bad” was a music video opening scene for one of its episodes. While three musicians, who are the members of Los Cuates de Sinaloa, perform a cheerful Spanish ballad, … Continue reading →

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Grand Piano (2013) ☆☆☆(3/4) : A deadly comeback concert

Posted on April 16, 2014 by kaist455

 While many thriller movies try to play audiences like piano, “Grand Piano” tries to play not only its audiences but also a real piano at the center of its plot. Its premise is preposterous to say the least, but this … Continue reading →

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20 Feet From Stardom (2013) ☆☆☆1/2(3.5/4): Unnoticed singers beyond spotlight

Posted on February 11, 2014 by kaist455

  “20 Feet From Stardom” is a vibrant documentary about the talented vocalists who have been largely unnoticed by many of us despite their considerable contribution to the American music industry during the 1960-80s. As shown in the archival footage, … Continue reading →

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Ernest & Célestine (2012) ☆☆☆1/2(3.5/4) : Of a mouse and a bear

Posted on February 10, 2014 by kaist455

  “Ernest & Célestine” is a simple tale of unlikely friendship told in a lovely animation style. While its story is a familiar fable equipped with nice little lessons for young kids, this sweet animation feature film is decorated with … Continue reading →

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Inside Llewyn Davis (2013) ☆☆☆1/2(3.5/4) : Play it again, Llewyn

Posted on February 3, 2014 by kaist455

  “Inside Llewyn Davis” is probably the most restrained work from the Coen brothers, but it is probably the most atmospheric film from these talented brothers who has freely moved between various genres to delight(and punch) us for many years. … Continue reading →

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The Broken Circle Breakdown (2012) ☆☆☆(3/4): Their life can be a nice bluegrass song

Posted on January 25, 2014 by kaist455

 Although I am not so familiar with country songs or its cousin bluegrass songs, I enjoyed the soundtrack of “The Broken Circle Breakdown”, and I am listening to it while writing this review. Starting with its main song “Will the … Continue reading →

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Only Lovers Left Alive (2013) ☆☆☆1/2(3.5/4) : Deadpan Vampires in Artistic Ennui

Posted on January 19, 2014 by kaist455

 Eternity is a dreadfully boring concept, but Jim Jarmusch’s new film “Only Lovers Left Alive” tickled me with the languid ennui of its vampire characters, and it is definitely a lot more entertaining than those tedious Twilight movies. The life … Continue reading →

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A Late Quartet (2012) ☆☆☆(3/4) : A quartet at its late turning point

Posted on July 20, 2013 by kaist455

 “A Late Quartet” plays a familiar life drama in a deep, somber tone with its reliable instruments. Using one famous classic piece as the metaphor of life, the movie observes the harmony and disharmony between the human characters who have … Continue reading →

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Chicken with Plums (2011) ☆☆☆1/2(3.5) : Last week of an artist

Posted on May 26, 2013 by kaist455

“Chicken with Plums” is a film which would not have worked at all if it had been without its own distinctive style and humor. Its story is so old-fashioned that the movie is frequently on the verge of looking silly … Continue reading →

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Amour (2012) ☆☆☆1/2(3.5/4) : Scenes from their dying marriage

Posted on December 7, 2012 by kaist455

 Our life is bound to be sad and depressing because of aging and subsequent death, and Michael Haneke’s new movie “Amour” shows that undeniable truth to us through an unsentimental but deeply harrowing observation of an aging couple who begin … Continue reading →

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