Belgian cinema disappoints more than anything else. Rarely do we see a movie that truly grasps us, swirls us around and lingers. And this movie. This movie doesn't do it either. Absolutely not. But, seen the budget and the semi-random trust Adil and Bilall (directors) were given by the studio, this movie is quite nicely executed.
A dull storyline, with dull characters that look like the wannabe Power Rangers and a dull performance by Matteo Simone - who more than once falls through his more than forced accent - are guided by a dull musical score. Actually, it looks like Adil and Bilall just thought "well f it, let's make a movie that's fun to watch". And it is fun to watch: nothing more, nothing less. The camera tries to be interesting, but never truly stands out. And the performances aren't captivating. Some neon extravaganza, some true talk about racism, some love side-plot. Bad, but fun.
A dull storyline, with dull characters that look like the wannabe Power Rangers and a dull performance by Matteo Simone - who more than once falls through his more than forced accent - are guided by a dull musical score. Actually, it looks like Adil and Bilall just thought "well f it, let's make a movie that's fun to watch". And it is fun to watch: nothing more, nothing less. The camera tries to be interesting, but never truly stands out. And the performances aren't captivating. Some neon extravaganza, some true talk about racism, some love side-plot. Bad, but fun.