The 145 minute black and white film felt like it was made in the 40's, yet it was actually released in 2001. The shots are characterized by slow camera movement, long shots, and symbolic images. The pacing of the film felt very slow and many times the camera would stand still as movement or character entered and left the frame. There were also beautiful shots of dance-like interaction between characters as if the camera was in the perspective of one of the characters. The photography was incredible, with beautiful details of lights and shadows in almost every shot.
The narrative felt circular in the end, with a couple of shots that mimicked one another and symbolically said more than any dialogue. The film had many moments of silence as well as natural sound. The score was traditional, with a piano and at times a violin playing beautiful melodies that seemed influenced by Hungarian folk music.
I recommend everyone to watch this film. I'm still digesting it.
-Samira
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