Phantom Thread (2017)
Stars: Vicky Krieps, Daniel Day-Lewis, Lesley Manville
Runtime: 130 minutes
Synopsis: Set in 1950s London, Reynolds Woodcock is a renowned dressmaker whose fastidious life is disrupted by a young, strong-willed woman, Alma, who becomes his muse and lover.
Performances: 10/10
Screenplay: 10/10
Costumes/Makeup: 10/10
Editing: 8/10
Cinematography: 9/10
Score/Soundtrack: 10/10
Screenplay: 10/10
Costumes/Makeup: 10/10
Editing: 8/10
Cinematography: 9/10
Score/Soundtrack: 10/10
Verdict: Supposedly Daniel Day-Lewis' last picture, it's safe to assume that if that really is the case, then the three-time Oscar winner left the film industry with a resounding bang. His second collaboration with Paul Thomas Anderson is a masterpiece in every sense of the word, which really shouldn't come as a surprise considering the history of the two Hollywood legends.
"Phantom Thread" follows the toxic relationship between a renowned dressmaker and his newly found muse. Reynolds Woodcock (I swore I wasn't going to make a joke) lives his life with the belief that he's a God among humans. Alma, on the other hand, may come from a more modest background but would do anything to defy her stubborn lover to gain his attention and devotion. The characters' chemistry is undeniable, and that is mostly the result of exquisite performances by Daniel Day-Lewis and Vicky Krieps combined with meticulous character development. Both of them transformed into their respective characters and understood every layer of them perfectly. But much like the movie itself, which on the surface is an incredibly soothing watch thanks to the fantastic score by Jonny Greenwood, gorgeous cinematography by PTA himself, and jaw-dropping costume design, their relationship is a lie. On the outside, it may seem perfect to them, but they know that they're not a match for one another and that their conflicting personalities will only lead to trouble in the long run.
"Phantom Thread" is a movie that will age like fine wine. To me, what Paul Thomas Anderson achieved as both a writer and director is nothing short of extraordinary, and proves once more why he's one of the best filmmakers of our times. Do not miss this instant classic for the world.
"Phantom Thread" follows the toxic relationship between a renowned dressmaker and his newly found muse. Reynolds Woodcock (I swore I wasn't going to make a joke) lives his life with the belief that he's a God among humans. Alma, on the other hand, may come from a more modest background but would do anything to defy her stubborn lover to gain his attention and devotion. The characters' chemistry is undeniable, and that is mostly the result of exquisite performances by Daniel Day-Lewis and Vicky Krieps combined with meticulous character development. Both of them transformed into their respective characters and understood every layer of them perfectly. But much like the movie itself, which on the surface is an incredibly soothing watch thanks to the fantastic score by Jonny Greenwood, gorgeous cinematography by PTA himself, and jaw-dropping costume design, their relationship is a lie. On the outside, it may seem perfect to them, but they know that they're not a match for one another and that their conflicting personalities will only lead to trouble in the long run.
"Phantom Thread" is a movie that will age like fine wine. To me, what Paul Thomas Anderson achieved as both a writer and director is nothing short of extraordinary, and proves once more why he's one of the best filmmakers of our times. Do not miss this instant classic for the world.
Final Grade: 10/10
describing the runtime as "a tad too long" would be an understatement
ReplyDeleteI honestly never felt like the movie was dragging. Anderson managed to make each scene more tense than the previous one.
Delete