The Place Beyond the Pines (Cianfrance, 2013, B)
You'll leave this film convinced of a few things:
1. Derek Cianfrance is a filmmaker of great ambition and occasionally one of great talent.
2. His ideas are enticing, his ability to direct actors is extraordinary (I cannot recall a better performance from Eva Mendes), and he is capable of crafting a great set-piece.
3. At his best, he knows how to make a scene significant, but not portentous. In other words, the man can move an audience.
4. He knows what he's doing with the camera.
5. Someday he could make a great film.
6. "The Place Beyond the Pines" is merely a good one.
You'll leave this film convinced of a few things:
1. Derek Cianfrance is a filmmaker of great ambition and occasionally one of great talent.
2. His ideas are enticing, his ability to direct actors is extraordinary (I cannot recall a better performance from Eva Mendes), and he is capable of crafting a great set-piece.
3. At his best, he knows how to make a scene significant, but not portentous. In other words, the man can move an audience.
4. He knows what he's doing with the camera.
5. Someday he could make a great film.
6. "The Place Beyond the Pines" is merely a good one.