Phantom Thread: Movie Review
Sumptuous, in it's luxurious style, "Phantom Thread" is the final great film of 2017. A tremendous tour de force of performances and substance, worth chewing on long after the credits roll. It's equivocal subject matter is flat out brilliant, and is the final tearful goodbye to one of the greatest actors to ever live.
"Phantom Thread" is set in the gloomy 1950's London, where exquisite fashion designer Reynolds Woodcock (Daniel Day-Lewis) falls for an eye catching woman named Alma (Vicky Krieps).
Unabashedly indulgent, "Phantom Thread" is quietly devastating. The film is a constant unraveling of mysteries, exposed by the expense of the home of Reynolds Woodcock. A man of few words, Woodcock is one of the more fascinating characters of 2017.
The performances here are tremendous. Daniel Day-Lewis is splendid, along with his counterpart Vicky Krieps. Experiencing their desires and impulsive behavior is chilling, partially inflicted by their emotionally unstable thoughts. It's something to behold, and audiences will be stunned by how it all evolves over the 130 minute run time.
Director/writer Paul Thomas Anderson is a creative genius. Unpredictable in his approach, Anderson flawlessly goes from comedy to intense drama, and it works remarkably well. Since his directorial debut in 1996 with the film "Hard Eight",
Anderson has been flawless, and "Phantom Thread" adds another film to
his rich library.
The music, by Jonny Greenwood, is a continually flow of a therapeutic oxygen. It's nightmarish touch, and the films gloomy cinematography, make the whole film like a thunderous dream. Gorgeous and vibrant in its mundane subject matter, Anderson outdid himself, and so did the wonderful cast.
"Phantom Thread" is a brilliant film. Stimulated by its own offbeat tone, and somewhat indulgent moments, it's direction, and cast is just to good to be ignored. The craft put into each scene is irresistible, and heartbreaking, while just being odd enough to add intrigue.
It's one of the best films of the year.
Anderson has been flawless, and "Phantom Thread" adds another film to
his rich library.
The music, by Jonny Greenwood, is a continually flow of a therapeutic oxygen. It's nightmarish touch, and the films gloomy cinematography, make the whole film like a thunderous dream. Gorgeous and vibrant in its mundane subject matter, Anderson outdid himself, and so did the wonderful cast.
"Phantom Thread" is a brilliant film. Stimulated by its own offbeat tone, and somewhat indulgent moments, it's direction, and cast is just to good to be ignored. The craft put into each scene is irresistible, and heartbreaking, while just being odd enough to add intrigue.
It's one of the best films of the year.
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