screen |skr_n| |skrin| |skri_n| noun • a blank, typically white or silver surface on which a photographic image is projected : the world's largest movie screen • movies or television; the motion-picture industry : she's a star of the stage as well as the screen. verb [ trans. ] • protect (someone) from something dangerous or unpleasant • evaluate or analyze (something) for its suitability for a particular purpose or application


Tuesday, March 22, 2022

West Side Story

The first half of this is breathtaking, flawless, Spielberg-ian filmmaking. Spectacular, technically perfect, and fueled with pure energy. The camera moves are awe-inspiring. The problem with this movie is (spoiler alert): it’s still "Romeo and Juliet." It’s still a tragedy. Everything falls apart and everybody dies. So, it’s kind of a downer. Spielberg et al linger on these sullen moments, milking them too much. Despite the exemplary production, the overall experience isn’t a joyful one. It’s not the movie’s fault. Blame Shakespeare.
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