A Masterpiece

Rating: 10/10 (18 November 2013)

Before going to see this film, I knew that I could expect amazing performances by Chiwetel Ejiofor and Michael Fassbender. Don't get me wrong, their performances were nothing shy of breathtaking and extraordinary. However, it is not simply these two actors that made this film one of the greatest masterpieces of our time. Every single actor and actress's performance was spot on. The beautiful cinematography and editing created amazing moments that allowed the audience to really think about and empathize with what the characters were experiencing. I am extremely grateful that despite the numerous famous faces, the film did not assign favor to them and did not have extra, purposeless shots simply for added screen time. Instead, it prioritized the story and the characters/events that helped to progress that story. All these aspects are a testament to Steve McQueen's outstanding directing.
Although every part of this film was noteworthy, I cannot leave without heralding the highest acclaim for Chiwetel Ejiofor's performance. I would be extremely surprised if Chiwetel Ejiofor did not take home Best Actor for every award this upcoming season. {SPOILER} Ejiofor was simply awe-inspiring just from the last few scenes depicting his rescue/freedom themselves. His final scene in the film where he is finally reunited with his family brought me to tears that lasted well after the credits had finished rolling.