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The
cinematography of this film is absolutely breathtaking. The sets are stunning,
not only because the 20ies have been very well transferred to the big screen
but also because everything takes place entirely in NEW YORK City of course.
That makes looking at it a treat. Reading the cast, I was also convinced that I
would not be disappointed here, which I certainly wasn’t – apart from the
point that I really think Leonardo DiCaprio starts looking old and used (!).
How sad!
For me, the
highlight of the film was the music. Featuring artists such as the wonderful
Lana del Rey, Kanye West, will.i.am, Emeli Sandé, Sia and even Nero, I really
loved how the modern sound was combined with the old-fashioned, picturesque
scenery. [Chanting “Young And Beautiful” until this day!]
However: In
all the flashy lights, stunning gowns and mind-blowing sets, the movie failed
to move me on a higher level. I was fine with everything that happened. I didn’t
feel an overload of sympathy for anyone in particular, neither could I identify
with any of them. That doesn’t mean there were no scenes that I thought were
great, but it means content-wise I was never convinced. That with an excessive
over-length made me question why Moulin Rouge director NEVER learns form the
mistakes of his previous movie! Bummer! 3 stars for everything glittery, shiny
and gorgeous to look at!