So, because I just viewed this film for the first time recently, this will be the first movie that I talk about. First off, before I even say anything about the quality of the cinematography, acting, etc., I will say this: this movie will make you cringe. A LOT.
Requiem for a Dream is a film about four people struggling with financial troubles, drug abuse, and more. All the characters want is to find their own version of happiness but they inevitably fall short. Darren Aronofsky, the director, uses many interesting techniques, especially the use of handicams when characters are moving and he uses many montages (in this case, many very quick, about one second, shots of the character doing something). The film's subject matter overall is quite dark, the film when released was originally given an NC-17 rating, and this movie can be quite difficult to watch at points, so viewer discretion is GREATLY advised. Aronofsky's film overall is very good, it creates very strong and real, maybe not necessarily relatable, characters that you truly feel sympathy for. The minimalist score fits the dark atmosphere of the film incredibly well. In fact, Lux Aeterna, the film's main composition, has been used in many other films and film trailers. While
Requiem for a Dream is a very well done film, it is incredibly disturbing and gut-wrenching at many parts. Watching this movie is essentially like work, you feel exhausted at the end of it, like you had just gone ten rounds with Randy Couture in the octagon. Will I ever watch this movie again? Probably not, but only because of the subject matter, I reiterate that this film is a great movie but the subject matter is just far too deep and disturbing for me to watch over and over again.
Bottom line: Rent It, if you dare...
Score: 8/10
Year: 2000
Director: Darren Aronofsky (Pi)
Cast: Ellen Burstyn, Jared Leto, Jennifer Connelly, Marlon Wayans
Rating: NC-17 or UR
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