Too Good

Rating: 10/10 (31 January 2017)

In a time where movies are being churned out by the industry with no attention to quality or originality, Arrival stands out as the most refreshing film of 2016 and is sure to be remembered for many years upon its release. Not since The Lobster (2015) have I been so fully immersed in a film from every aspect it presents itself in. From the cinematography, editing, sound effects, and production design, to the satisfyingly accurate adaptation of the short story by Ted Chiang onto the big screen, Arrival delivers a truly captivating and mesmerizing display of the art that is story-telling.
The only thing that saddens me is knowing that the bar has now been set so high, that it would take a lot for me to feel this enthralled by a movie ever again.