A Psychological Mind Bending Masterpiece

Rating: 10/10 (3 May 2015)

I'm not a fan of ballet at all so I was at first turned away from watching Black Swan but when I finally got round to watching it, two words: Blown away. This is an absolute masterpiece, unlike anything I've ever seen. It's wildly unpredictable, searingly intimate, shocking and terrifying and one of my all time favourite movies. Black Swan focuses on a dancer called Nina, whose psyche becomes corrupt as she undertakes the role of the black swan which takes over her life, taking her on an intense descent to a dark side that threatens to consume her. Natalie Portman's dedication to the role shows, her innocence is shattered as the Swan Lake show comes closer, and the way she changes from sweet girl to a frighteningly perfect incarnation of the Black Swan is incredible to watch. Barbara Hershey is amazing as Nina's over protective and zealous mother, Hershey is overbearing in such a pitch perfect way that she's actually terrifying, and Mila Kunis is a revelation as Nina's competition Lily. Surprisingly scary, intelligent and constantly atmospheric, Black Swan is one intense film with perfect scores in every department.