I wouldn't call this movie a hidden gem but it's close to this. First of all, i would gladly watch it just for these two actors: "Reddington" and "Berenson" are beloved characters from their tv shows. However this movie is so unique that it could have been worked even with two unknown actors. It helps of course if an acclaimed author like Auster has written a book and your movie is based upon this book.
This is the definition of an "open for interpretation" movie. There are layers. This movie made me contemplate a lot. Are there indeed deep meanings or this was just a straightforward story? I don't know. But it has nothing to do with movies in which it's obvious that the writers don't have a clue and they just want to trick the audience. This is an almost exciting movie that it kept me guessing until the ending. Who were these people? Were they real people with flesh and bones or Symbols? Was this a spiritual movie? War of the classes maybe? Or just two unlucky people caught in a web of lies, deceit and their own weaknesses?
It is not a mindblowing movie, so i can't rate it higher. But it caught me by surprise and i loved every minute of it. If you love weird comedy/drama (fantasy?) movies, you will like this as well.
This is the definition of an "open for interpretation" movie. There are layers. This movie made me contemplate a lot. Are there indeed deep meanings or this was just a straightforward story? I don't know. But it has nothing to do with movies in which it's obvious that the writers don't have a clue and they just want to trick the audience. This is an almost exciting movie that it kept me guessing until the ending. Who were these people? Were they real people with flesh and bones or Symbols? Was this a spiritual movie? War of the classes maybe? Or just two unlucky people caught in a web of lies, deceit and their own weaknesses?
It is not a mindblowing movie, so i can't rate it higher. But it caught me by surprise and i loved every minute of it. If you love weird comedy/drama (fantasy?) movies, you will like this as well.