THERE WILL BE BLOOD
Back in September, I said The Diving Bell and the Butterfly would probably be the best film I'll see this year. Well I just caught There Will Be Blood tonight, and it is one awesome picture. Definitely right up there with Diving Bell.
It's directed by Paul Thomas Anderson -- who made Boogie Nights and Magnolia -- but this film couldn't be more different. It's based on Upton Sinclair's novel "Oil!" and is set in the early 1900's and deals with oil, greed, family, and religion. Even if period pieces don't excite you (not usually my cup of tea), Blood is worth checking out for Daniel Day-Lewis' performance alone (like watching Jordan in the playoffs).
Not to mention, the music is very cool and innovative (especially for a period western). It was composed by the guitarist for Radiohead. Some critics are already comparing this film to Citizen Kane and Raging Bull. Enough said.
DLM
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It's directed by Paul Thomas Anderson -- who made Boogie Nights and Magnolia -- but this film couldn't be more different. It's based on Upton Sinclair's novel "Oil!" and is set in the early 1900's and deals with oil, greed, family, and religion. Even if period pieces don't excite you (not usually my cup of tea), Blood is worth checking out for Daniel Day-Lewis' performance alone (like watching Jordan in the playoffs).
Not to mention, the music is very cool and innovative (especially for a period western). It was composed by the guitarist for Radiohead. Some critics are already comparing this film to Citizen Kane and Raging Bull. Enough said.
DLM
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