janbruinier Reviews

Munch (2023)

Every artist will feel something through this movie

[9/10 · 4 June 2023]

This movie was a very fresh experience. Cinematographical styles alternate corresponding to certain timelines of Munch's life.

The soundtrack is absolutely stunnning, it reminds me of Thomas newman's work, it might be my favorite part of the movie.

We see different parts of Munch's life unfold before us, to me , personally, they related to parts of my own life: First love encounters, adversity, struggles with identity and substances, all beautifully captured in many different styles and set in many different sceneries.

I wish I could meet the person that directed and wrote this piece so I could shake their hand and converse with them about this wonderful piece of art.

I highly recommend anyone with a heart for art, cinema and music to experience this film's beauty.

Mascarade (2022)

Unexpectedly a great watch

[8/10 · 3 June 2023]

I went to this movie on a whim cause I had nothing better to do. I didn't expect much going into it, but I had a great time.

The plot feels familiar but I was never bored or obviously predicting in my mind what was about to happen.

All of the actors did a great job in this movie, there was not one bad performance that stood out to me.

Throughout the movie I was continuously gripped by the story and laughing audibly.

The pace of the movie is amazing as well, there was never a dull moment where I felt like I could run to the bathroom to pee without missing something interesting.

The cinematography was very satisfying as well.

All in all this movie is very enjoyable, but dont expect to see something life-changing. Recommend checking it out!