photosenad Review of Take Me Somewhere Nice

Take Me Somewhere Nice (2019)

A movie with a lot of potential, visually realized great

[8/10 · 21 August 2019]

I will try to give a realistic critique of this movie. I believe that some of the negative things about Bosnia and Herzegovina in this movie can be irritating to someone who lives there. But I also live in Sarajevo and I watched the film at the 2019 Sarajevo Film Festival. It must be admitted that most things are presented exactly as they are. Many situations and sequences could make me laugh even. Of course, there are so many positive things in my country that have not been shown in the movie, as well as the negative. But the purpose of this movie is not a tourist presentation or something like that. There are a few things I don't like too, but however, every movie is fiction, right? Anyone who has watched multiple types of movies (not just usual blockbusters or savory telenovelas) knows exactly what I'm talking about. On the contrary with some of the comments written here, the landscapes in Bosnia and Herzegovina are presented quite realistically. One part is hilly, forested, green and a little wild (Bosnia).. Second part is rocky and dry but picturesque and with nice landscapes too (Herzegovina). Not sure what's in dispute about this?! The movie has great value in the way it is made. For me, that's the strongest side of this movie. The frames and photography are excellent. A lot of care was taken about framing. The acting is correct. In the movie, I recognize the influence of Aki Kaurismäki, Jim Jarmusch, maybe even Stanley Kubrick and David Lynch. The movie is not too long. it holds the attention all the time. Of course, I like some aspects of the movie more than others. That is why my rating is not the highest possible. Movie has been successful at many festivals, and I belive Director (this is her first feature movie) is probably ready for various criticisms which will help her in further work. Not perfect movie, but certainly worth the attention!