s_iliya_p Reviews

Louis C.K.: Back to the Garden (2023 TV Special)

As good as some

[7/10 · 13 February 2023]

So I have followed Louie and his stand up since 2008, and I can say, this one, while very edgy and cringe, fails to reach the same comedy standards he had shown before. Louie talks about serious issues, as always, with very dark, maybe the darkest ones so far, twists. He may have reached that age when he just doesn't censor himself at all anymore, and just brings out the heaviest cingiest jokes out of the bag. While I see this a positive, I think he had done shows in which I experienced huge amounts of bursting into laughter, almost hystrically. I'm not saying this is a bad show, I'm just saying he's done better one in the past.

How I Met Your Father (2022–2023)

Why all the hatred?

[7/10 · 1 February 2023]

Come on it's a good fun show, and as a HIMYM fan, I am happy to see once in awhile appearance of old references. It's a cute love story, maybe it's not for you, but the characters have started to grow on me. The jokes have become funnier. I think it's not the best show, but it's fun! And cute!

The style is almost pretty much the same as its predecessor. There are even very similar ideas in terms of story progression. They have tried to keep everything very politically correct. The show has become way more diverse. All in all, I feel like it deserves a chance, and it's easy to start liking it by giving it that time.

Parviz (2012)

A better "open adaptation"

[5/10 · 3 August 2022]

I think it's overall not a bad movie, and I recently found out that it's actually very similar to the Mexican title "Battle in Heaven (2005)" Even the choice of the actor in particular and the ending are quite similar. And I watched this movie at a premiere with the director and producer present. The thing is, which I find quite hypocritical now in hindsight, that the director after the movie went on a rant about how specific the choice of the actor was, and how much the movie fit him. Which by the way, this is not a commentary on the movie itself.

The movie goes on to provide an interesting story about a neglected/humiliated man that loses sense of morality. Yet, I cannot get over the fact that this movie has so many elements in common with the Mexican title.

The Lost Daughter (2021)

Not for everyone

[8/10 · 15 February 2022]

Give it a shot. May not be your style of film if you don't appreciate psychological twists. I genuinely think the essence of a lot what the main character is actively and passively going through is captured beautifully. It may be very difficult to empathize with the main character (Leda), and simultaneously might be very easy to do so. Jessie Buckley is simply one of my favorite actresses of all time, getting the job done to an elevated level. It is a bit long and the ending may not make a whole lot of sense, but give it a shot.

Attack on Titan: Memories of the Future (2022) Season 4, Episode 20

What is going on?

[10/10 · 30 January 2022]

We are at the Interstellar+ period of the show. So many questions are supposed to be answered in this episode, yet the writers have created so many more. The episode is surely finished at one of the most suspended cliff hangers of the show's history.

Whatever path the story had taken, once more, took a swift turn just about now and broke expectations. Even though this episode contains dialogues and flash backs mostly, the shocking element exists to a great extent. I am agitatedly waiting for the next episode... god!

Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City (2021)

Waste of time.

[3/10 · 12 December 2021]

Kaya Scodelario has the face of an angel and emotional/acting range of a frog. There is maybe one scene that is very well made, but moments later it turns into a comedic display of mediocracy. While it could be entertaining to some extent, it definitely fails on multiple levels to convey the horror and fear in Resident Evil. The movie as a Comedy/Horror might have had a better description. Maybe my expectation was high; goes to show that most Hollywood adaptation of Japanese masterpieces are underwhelming at best.

Mortal Kombat (2021)

Awesome production, weak adaptation.

[5/10 · 15 August 2021]

Before anything else, I just want to declare that Hiroyuki Sanada as Hanzo Hasashi might be the reason I have given 5 and not a 4. Spot on! The second thing I'd like to mention is that I am a die hard Mortal Kombat fan, as in, I have played it since I was 6, and I have read comic books, and I have seen every video about MK on Youtube. So...

Let's get technical. Nice CGI, fantastic casting in some roles, terrible in others. Dialogues are mediocre at best; even the good ones. And I get that it is an adaptation, but why did they have to change stupid little facts? Bi Han cuts Jax's hands off? Raiden is supposed to be the wise and calm thundergod, and tall; specifically, in the timeline the movie is trying to present. Hanzo is killed by Bi Han, Harumi too, who's the kid saved from Shirai Ryu? So I guess they had to somehow relate Cole to Hanzo.

I gotta say I am not annoyed by the big adaptation diversions, but it is the small details that bother me. Fight scenes are good though. Overall, if you wanted to make a good movie, why did you have to change it? If it ain't broke, don't fix it mate.

To be fair, they had some really good moments though! Same production would have gotten a 10 from me, if they had just made the "2020 anime" into a movie, like literally that.

That anime though!

Ken Jeong: First Date (2019 TV Special)

Mostly pretentious

[3/10 · 26 July 2019]

I don't think stand ups should be about "I'm so good" and "our race is amazing". I'm not sure which one he was promoting the most.

One of the most boring stand-ups I've seen in my life. His cool stories are boring as well. Doesn't even know what's exactly that he's doing.

Raging Bull (1980)

Why? Why? Why?

[8/10 · 26 July 2019]

I've always loved a struggle story. Some of my favorite movies are box related; not particularly because of the sport itself. There are a lot of similarities between this movie and "the fighter" and a lot of differences; obviously. What you can expect from this movie is in the title. Just worth mentioning: thank god we are passed that whole misogyny and patriarchy era. Raging bull is the story of a delusional champion drowned in his rage. Acting in this movie is beyond my understanding. If you're a fan of boxing though, the boxing might be unique, yet could have been done in a better way. The champion's relationships in this movie are heavily emphasized; especially, the one he has with his own thoughts. Very smooth story telling, not bored a second throughout the whole movie. Congratulations for all the awards this movie has won; they speak for themseltves.

Sunset Boulevard (1950)

A bit too dramatic. But, it was the 50's.

[9/10 · 25 July 2019]

Fascinating story of a once beloved actress by millions, but now narcissistically delusional and hopeless in search for her lost fame. Not exactly fame, but her position in the world. Norma, in her 50s, has all the money in the world and very little of the respect she thinks she'd still deserve, meets the financially poor and morally flexible Joe. Wonderful work by the always humoring Billy Wilder. Always admired his storytelling. And here, he does it perfectly. Two desperate world collide, two different types of desperation. The cinematography is so perfect you'd feel you're in the 50's Hollywood. The poor 51year old Norma, with the emotional stability of a 13year old child falls hardly for the 32 year cold hearted Joe. Both have difficulties facing own's reality. Max, the servant, obviously in love with Norma, is the strangest character of this movie; steadily developing like all the other characters.

Wonderful movie.

Donnie Darko (2001)

Ok... what?

[4/10 · 20 July 2019]

The only thing more annoying than the fake argument at the table and Immature acting of everyone including both Gylenhaals, is the sudden fade outs. Bonus: "Just sit next to the boy you think is the cutest" Did the teacher just harassed a girl in the classroom? Super weird and inappropriate. The English teacher is easily the weirdest character I've seen in any movies. The basic plot is ok, and maybe well developed. But, any detail added has just made it excessive and very unnecessary. Darko's supposed to be very smart, this is done by making every single person around him incredibly dumb. Horrible CGI, and if you think what to expect from a 2001 movie, watch the terminator 2! Not much to talk about this movie, really, just a badly told sad story. It feels like, an unexperienced self absorbed director has gotten access to a low amount of budget, and has spent it all on his mediocre actors' food. Disturbingly, this movie has no real point to make. "You can't change one's destiny?" This is not about anyone's attempt to try and change one's destiny at all. The relationships in this movie are underdone, Barrymore's weird teaching, the sister's genius that's gotten her to Harvard . As far as the screenplay goes, it's messy. Not to omit the presence of one Mr. Seth Rogen who was much younger back then. School bullies, seemingly posh but in fact bad neighborhood, child crimes... Maybe this is a good movie if you haven't really watched a lot of good ones or you're a teenager. Or, maybe this is a good movie and I have missed it completely.

Jackie (V) (2016)

It's a good movie with a shining star's brilliance.

[6/10 · 1 June 2019]

I've watched this movie just because of Portman's amazing acting skills. Easily one of my favorite actors of all time. The story is known one, but from a different perspective maybe, the whole story moves quiet naturally, and you can see the slow progress. Cinematography in this movie is beautiful. Make up, hair and dresses are fit. All in all, it's a good biographical movie about one of the most critical moments in US history. In case you enjoy this type, you'd enjoy this movie compounded with amazing acting skills of Natalie Portman.

Mystic River (2003)

Lower than my expectations!

[7/10 · 17 May 2019]

I'd say it's a good movie right from the start. But, then again it's a bit slow and everything is very clear from the beginning and even when you think is not, you'd reach to the exact conclusion as the story line. I mean, the truth is right there, Clint Eastwood and the writers just feed you, not deliberately, misleading information. With which you'd only guess ok that cannot be the whole story. However, actings are impeccable. Music is just absent, or to be neglected. And then, there are a few unnecessary exaggerated kissing in the movie. It just doesn't fit. About the last scene: I guess it's demonstrating a certain type of relationship that doesn't exist in other mentioned ones throughout the movie; if you notice the whole movie is based on the fundamental message of it. All in all, it's talking about one the most important issues of our society which I'm not mentioning to keep it spoiler free.

The Lego Movie (2014)

Tops your expectations.

[9/10 · 25 April 2019]

I didn't want to watch this movie, I did because one of my friends insisted on it! After only 3 minutes, I was hooked! It's not a simple childish animation, although very bright and shiny which will be the snack for your eyes. However, there are clear mature messages in the movie; rather political and social. Of course it's a masterpiece made with legos and an incredible amount of hard work has been put into making it. I loved the new ideas they have maintained in the movie and the characters are just lovely. Don't make any mistakes. I'm not saying "you could learn a lot from the characters' actions because they are so realistic and connecting", but they have a lot to offer. Voiceover for his movie is just brilliant, the blind guy who is basically a prophet/god figure is Morgan Freeman; isn't he that character already? And, compliments to all the other voices; significantly, Mr. Will Arnet and Will Farrel! Amazing! Now, you have to understand this is still an animation, so if you're not into it, it might not be interesting. Also, how cool is that Lonely Island was nominated for an Oscar because of "everything is awesome" soundtrack?

If you still don't know lonely Island, do yourself a favor, put their names on google and let the amusement and surprise commence!

All in all, definitely recommend this.

Amadeus (1984)

Watch it, enjoy it, love it! Repeat!

[9/10 · 22 April 2019]

To be fair, this movie doesn't even touch the more known Mozart's works, yet it's a glorious way to celebrate his music, if not his legacy.

The story is told by a seemingly mad man, Antonio Salieri, the Emperor's teacher who loves music more than anything else in this world. He has a lot of "self-image" issues, and when he's faced the reality of Mozart's existence, he's lost his faith in God, and himself. The abstinent musician, falls in love with Mozart's work, while simultaneously proves his-self unworthiness. That's a hard paradox for his appreciating jealous mind to handle. So, the double identity, as a coping mechanism to his respective mediocrity begins. He is allegedly Mozart's best friend, who little "Wolfie" knows, has sabotaged his work and even made an indecent proposal to his wife. Secretly, he's Mozart's biggest admirer. He confesses it many times himself.

He's broken in his soul, more than Mozart was ever broken financially. Try to love Costanza, ingenuous woman with a heart of gold who loves Mozart very much. Mozart himself is portrayed like a very proud, bold and almost pertinent man-child who has no respect for anything but his music, not even money; profligately throws his life away in debts.

Beside the fantastic acting of the two important roles, costume design, music, makeups, and whatever else this movie has excelled to set the bar, Milos Forman's way of story telling is yet another masterpiece of his that puts Amadeus high up and close to his other masterpiece; One flew over the cuckoo's nest. He, once again, shows a great deal of artful directing, having mastered directing a big crowd. 2:40 hours and not even once you feel bored when watching this movie. Also, he's decided on giving Wolfgang a signature laugh that stays with you, that I promise.

Back to the story, the priest is broken in the end, just listening to Salieri's subtle sinister; imagine Salieri's torture for 32 years living that story.

It's such a good movie, and this is not only my opinion, the Academy has acknowledged this radiant of a movie with a lot of trophies.

Do yourself a favor, watch this movie.

Bicycle Thieves (1948)

Not particularly my type, but definitely worth watching!

[7/10 · 20 April 2019]

All the time, the music in this movie is much more powerful than the movie itself. Imagine a funny funky "Charles Chaplain" music instead of its epic score, it kinda seems like a comedy now, doesn't it? Indeed, comedy is tragedy plus time. And this movie, could have been a very painful comedy, but it's a painful drama instead; that's the power of music.

One might say the protagonist in the movie is the man, I'd argue it's the boy. Watching his father, quite irresponsible at that matter, break down, and involve in things no one would have imagined.

Very simple storyline about a man in the lowest class of the working class. De sica's movie transfers you to the Rome's 40's, where everything seems harder than the necessary; that is the working class.

For what it's worth, if you enjoy the struggle and break downs, this is a good fit for you. Where everything is hard and happy ending is qualified to the bed-time stories.

Inglourious Basterds (2009)

Tarantino's surreal history, is a blood and humor filled fine work

[7/10 · 17 April 2019]

What would you expect when you hear the name of Tarantino? Exciting story, amazing story telling and unique features in cinematography. Mixed with a lot of blood and humor to make fun of violence. Of course, this movie would have been completed without the masterful acting of one Mr. Christoph Waltz. Playing a highly intelligent detective, ambitious, and very polite. Sort of simultaneously the protagonist and the antagonist. You're supposed to hate him but he's kind of lovely.

I have a few problems with the movie. Strange accents of the actors when imitating southern American accent, and British. What is the point of an American actor doing a British accent in a multi-language film? There's a set of unnecessary dialogues in the cinema, many shorter versions could have been shown. The dynamic of the movie is about trust. Clearly shown that humans are not kind to each other when the shoes are on the other foot. Ironically, shoe fitting is a particularity in this movie. As much as makeups and costumes, set decoration, and design, I have to raise my hat.

The Mule (2018)

I missed that Non-smiling son of a gun!

[7/10 · 7 April 2019]

Movie opens with an early "flash-back" to 2005, where a younger "Earl" is smiling! Which is something you may never expect from Clint Eastwood's characters. A gardening-loving 78-year old Earl, has problems delivering promises, unless they're work related. A loved by all and respected man in his working community who wins prizes annually for his precise work with flowers, has troubles managing is work-life and family-life. He's rigid and not flexible when change comes.

Flash-forward to 12 years later in 2017, when he's 90 years old, he's lost the somewhat acquired prosper of gardening life to technology. Now, here's the no-smile Clint we all know and appreciate. Being proud of his clean record, and out of sheer hopelessness of any prosper in his job, he starts to work for the drug Cartel, quite randomly.

The Character, Earl, is very well-written. Clint has done such a good job bringing him to life that one might say he didn't have a hard job. He had been an important man, then he's lost the respect and social place. He's never had a strong relationship with the family. So, when Cartel gives him a lot of money and a thank you party, he feels respected again. So, at some point it's not just about the money for him. The trial scene explains a lot. He's seen things, he's tired and he just wants to go back to his gardening. "The Heat" scene was also quite cool. Maybe, I didn't have enough focus to enjoy this movie 100%, but whose fault is that, right?

Loved the music in this movie, quite fit. All the other characters in the movie are quite tangible, yet the acting is not adequate. Clint is fine, everyone else is below that. And, the wife is just disappointing. So, story is based on something real, landscapes are good. Nothing really special about this movie. The story line moves very slowly; although, simultaneously quite fast! A lot of things happen in a very slow motion.

Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri (2017)

Much better than I thought!

[8/10 · 6 April 2019]

When you see the long title, it may seem discouraging. However, natural calmness of the city in question, adjoined its opposite nature, creates a beautiful chaos and drama. Simpler than it may seem, a disturbed mother and a divorcee demands justice for her troubled daughter's even more troubling murder case. Much like his "In Bruges", McDonagh has done yet another incredible job picturing the calm and charm of a certain city, and then he disturbs you with whatever can be wrong with the city, deeper than its surface.

I didn't know Sam Rockwell before this movie and what a great opportunity this movie is to be introduced to him. Unlike another Oscar winner in this movie, Frances McDormand, from whom I had watched other movies before and enjoyed her acting. The combination of these two and Oscar winner Woody Harrelson, was really good. Frances portrays Mildred, a woman in her 50's, in a bad relationship with everyone and the world. Sarcastic, determined and in the verge of anarchism caused by trauma.

As far as my rating for this movie goes, I didn't like two important things in this movie: 1- the scene with the gazelle seems absolutely unrealistic, even the CGI isn't that good. Additionally, Frances' acting drops from its award winning quality and her speech with the animal is absolutely weak. 2- the son is ever present in the movie in most of the important scenes, but without any explanation whatsoever, he's removed from everything in the last 40 minutes.

All in all, it's a beautiful movie to watch and a very good story; specifically, the opening 30 minutes. The storytelling and cinematography are notable. Characters are relatable, and not black and white, but grey and lovable.

Citizen Kane (1941)

A 1941 15! An all-time 8.5!

[8/10 · 5 April 2019]

You can read longer reviews elsewhere. Here's a brief one: Simple movie, raises one unnecessary question which is answered slowly like a jigsaw puzzle, with the key-piece missing: Rosebud Painting an obsessive narcissistic proud man-child with abandonment issues who has all the money in the world. The sarcastic determined man with no real goal, but to make at least one person love him if not everyone. Had Mr. Thompson found what "rosebud" meant, the movie would have been an absolute waste and the story line would have been pointless; as he could have gone to the Xanadu first! Yet, I had goosebumps when he didn't find the meaning and used the jigsaw puzzle metaphor. "Rosebud" was the answer of every question he had in his life: it was the only thing he'd ever truly owned, as in not bought! So, it could have been the gift he could give Suzanne to prove his love for her was more than just a possessive narcissistic one.

I loved the theatrical acting in this movie, set decoration, makeup, music, the way the story jumped back and forth yet easily traceable. Notice that from the beginning you know everything there is to know about the life of Kane, very shortly. Then, you'll get an episodic longer one.

Spotlight (I) (2015)

What A great movie! Such an Important one!

[9/10 · 5 April 2019]

Great Acting, great direction, great story, great screenplay. Well-deserved motion picture of the year, transfers you to America's late 90's and early 2000's. An absolutely necessary movie to watch, and what a great job is done making this movie. I feel there is not enough emphasize on what an incredibly perfect movie this is. Easily, it can be put among the best-ever-made movies. The only reason I didn't gave a full score was the fact that I have seen better movies, maybe lack of score and music as great as the movie itself, that's all.

The way Tom McCarthy tells the story of a team of journalists shedding light on of the most controversial topics of the world is, in one word, brilliant. The scenes are perfectly juxtaposed. No surprises in this movie, just pure shock! If there's a bit of humanity in you, you'll be blown away watching this story. With regard to production, 6-Oscar nominee has done a great deal of work, creating tangible atmosphere. No unnecessary scenes in this movie. Everything is fit!

Acting as I've mentioned before, is just how I love it: realistic, bold and adequate. What performances by Marc Ruffalo, and Rachel McAdams. I've always thought of these two as OK actors, but, they have shown a vastly higher class of acting in this one. Micheal Keaton, is as good as ever, and Liev Schrieber plays a very different character than his Ray Donovan, yet as strong and bold. And can we applaud the most underrated actor in this movie: Brian d'Arcy James I am mesmerized by his performance, yet he didn't receive the attention he deserved.

Please watch this movie and be shocked by it. Then, really think about what it's trying to tell you. And, then, you'll realize how important this movie is.

Heat (1995)

1.5 hour of action boredom, 1 hour of excitement.

[8/10 · 5 April 2019]

It's weird that an action movie can you bore you, to the point that you may need to push through it to get to the amazing parts. The movie raises a lot of unanswered questions in the first 1.5 hour, so it's only natural that you feel confused. Yet, in 1 hour when every piece of the puzzle is set together, amazingly but not surprisingly, this movie becomes one of the most intense movies you've ever watched.

Bridge of Spies (2015)

A realistic and stressful drama!

[7/10 · 5 April 2019]

It is not that common a movie absorbs you with its story, but when it does, you could feel living inside it and experience it as it goes. Tom Hanks' acting is as good as ever and Mark Rylance's performance is absolutely incredible for which he won the academy Awards for best actor in a supporting role. It's a movie about legal confidentiality in the years of the cold war, before Berlin's wall was broken. East Germany is highly under the Soviet union's influence, and a lawyer is responsible for trading lives between US, USSR and East Germany. It's easy to watch as the rhythm of the movie never slows down more than a few seconds. Music is adequately good for the movie, Oscar Nominated. I've never been a fan of Coen Brothers, and I've seen many of their originals. I liked their screenplay for this movie better than the others. Steven Spielberg's patriotism once again is dominating in this movie. So, if you are one of those people who'd enjoy watching a movie based on a true story, full of dialogues, monologues, great acting, good music, and a lot of nervousness, this is your type of movie. I deducted a few points for I'd never watch this movie again, didn't love the directing, and I think there were unnecessary exaggeration in some scenes. However, I loved that you'll know about the situation and what is going on in many scenes just as the protagonist knows and understands: if he's waiting, you're waiting, if he's scared, you're scared, and if he's nervous about what is going to happen, you'd feel the same. The amount of empathy you'd feel for this movie's characters is very much in many scenes. Other scenes, on the contrary, somehow hard to feel any empathy.

All in all, watch this movie, there's a reason it's been nominated for many awards, and as much as Spielberg's involvement, the quality of production is never below a certain point which makes it, still, a good movie to enjoy and a good story to listen to.

Vice (I) (2018)

They made history and politics interesting!

[9/10 · 2 April 2019]

Let's start right with Christian Bale's make up. Shouldn't we give the awards to his transformation team already? And can we appreciate yet another fantastic weight change of Christian Bale himself? He plays Dick Cheney in * different ages.

Opening with an explanation continuing with Chaney's DUI arrest, film takes a very quick transition to 2001 and a clear proof of Cheney's authority.

Same as the movie's pause, let's pause here and appreciate the "narrator's presence" in the narrative.

Flashbacks and forwards are quick, clear and informative. After an anonymous, yet powerful quote that probably best describes Cheney's character, rolls the introduction and one will see a lot of familiar names. Oscar winners Sam Rockwell and Amy Adams, and oscar nominees Steve Carell, and Naomi Watts [won't actually show up here].

Depicting here are the powerful elements of Chaney's life. A very good introduction to his life in a short time. So far, movie has done a great job creating a back story/introduction for the later powerful vice president Cheney.

Epic music accompanying the Cheetah chasing the Gazelle, with paused smile of Christian Bale, implying the victory and goal achieving spirit of Cheney is clearly another introduction.

The heart problem scene, after clearly showing Dick's lack of abilities as a public speaker, proving once again what had already been shown many times; Dick was the power in the shadows. Now, it's time for Amy Adams' Lynne Cheney to shine.

Dick, as the story tells us, was a family man, loved his wife and kids and, wasn't a sexist at all; in fact, he relied on his wife more than himself. Reagan's "making America great again" is really familiar, isn't it?

As a republican, known for their disapprove of homosexual marriage, Cheney's support of her daughter is adorable. His wife wisely points out that's going to make things harder for Cheney.

I loved the early credit rolls, wishful thinking, and a simple what would have happened if he had stayed out of politics because of her daughter. very clever and unique. Also, the switch to Shakespearian narrations with a literal switch.

Later on, the double standard of republicans shows itself in Bush's words. "The line is drawn in concrete" as Bale put it, once again emphasizes the family loving spirit of Cheney. Then again, the epic music of victory.

I can't talk enough about the "restaurant" scene and the menu metaphors. So, to say it one word: fantastic.

From this scene forward I'm too shocked to write anything. So, just watch in silence and peace. Edit in the movie is fantastic, drastically mixing real footage with the new "reenacted" ones.

Story telling is one of a kind. It's not shedding light on history, yet tells it with an exciting twist. Music is not significantly good, but it's enough.

All in all, it's worth watching. You're probably gonna enjoy the actings a lot!, they're quite perfect. And, we have already talked about the well-deserved Oscar winning makeup of the film.

In Bruges (2008)

Let's go to Bruges!

[9/10 · 31 March 2019]

As Roger Ebert has put fantastically, if this movie doesn't affect you in anyway, it will urge you to visit Belgium and its Bruges! I love how this movie now seems like an offensive film on many levels. The terms said and things shown in this movie can be very politically incorrect. What I liked about the movie is that even the unnecessary scenes in this movie are delightful. The story itself is very clever and the way it's told is clever as well. The morality involved in this movie is quite challenging and influencing. Even the lowest of the low have standards in their ethics. This can be seen in many significant moments of the movie. I loved the brutally real comedy in the movie. it's not that it is meant to be a comedy, but it is funny. Just how life itself is. Loyalty is the other great element in this movie and somehow I feel is the same as the standards. The most important elements in the movie, I think, are survival instincts and self-image. After watching this movie, you'll have some questions about life. And this is how powerful the movie is. acting is adequately good, and the music is just fit for such landscapes.