The one thing I always like about a Michelangelo Antonioni movie is
that it never lays out everything for you. You constantly have to
invest yourself into the movie and fill in all of the blanks for
yourself.
In that regard this is also being a very typical Antonioni movie, that
perhaps is not as good or intriguing as his earlier works but it still
remains a more than good watch, especially for those who like or
appreciate his style of film-making and storytelling.
The main premise and time period of the movie is pretty interesting. It
isn't really featuring a main and straightforward story but it's more a
movie that is dealing with its reoccurring themes, concerning the
sixties, rebellious youth, in America. It's also being a true product
of its time in that regard, that gives a good portrayal of its time and
overall mood.
But thing that mostly prevented me from seeing this as one of
Antonioni's best was its second half. The movie started to become more
vague, which also made the movie less interesting and pleasant to
follow. It somehow also felt less focused, though its second half in
essence is probably more focused than its first, since it features less
characters and locations in it.
The acting is a bit of a mixed bag. Seems to me that they mostly used
non-professional actors for this movie, which should add to its realism
but more often takes you out of the movie.
It's still a good movie and also original, as you would expect from
Antonioni!
7/10
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