Another Year

Getting old blows donkey balls

Nominated for:
Best Original Screenplay - Mike Leigh

If you ever feel the urge to remind yourself of what prolonged loneliness and alcohol consumption will do to a person, then this is the film for you! A great script worthy of its nomination, executed with grace by some great actors, and so devoid of excess it may as well be a play. No complaints here.

The cinematography and pacing of the film aren't much to brag about, but there is some lovely set composition that mimics the changing seasons in the story line. I would not recommend, however, watching this film back-to-back with Blue Valentine. This film centers around a very happily married couple, which directly conflicts with what goes on between my darling Michelle Williams and The Gos. Essentially, this has caused quite a distressing debate in my head, so I'm going to go watch Final Destination 1, 2, and 3. That should wipe out any philosophical lifetime discussions going on up there.

Eli

Rating: 3 for innovation, 4 for emotion and 3 for cohesiveness.