Well, I've never seen anything quite like it before and I doubt I will ever again. Not being familiar with the Carmen story, it was interesting to watch the plot develop. I'm not sure if you are supposed to like any of the characters in Carmen because you certainly find it a challenge in this picture. Our protagonist seems a strong, gutsy woman but is ultimately doomed to the tragedy of the typical opera. Our male love interest is a comical cardigan-wearing wimp of a man who finds it hard to attract any empathy. The film-making is shoddy, with an obviously miniscule budget, certain scenes are not clear at all and some of the lyrics are extremely repetitive.
On the plus side this film gives an inside view of shanty town South Africa, always feeling authentic, the film was clearly made by people who understand the culture.
All in all the two hours were spent opening my eyes to a very different and interesting adaptation.
On the plus side this film gives an inside view of shanty town South Africa, always feeling authentic, the film was clearly made by people who understand the culture.
All in all the two hours were spent opening my eyes to a very different and interesting adaptation.