And so it was perfect

Rating: 10/10 (5 December 2010)

Black Swan can only be described as a complete tour de force. From Aronofsky's intensely dark and layered direction to Portman's incredible, transfixing performance, the film attains perfection in my eyes.
I won't go into plot details in this particular review because it's better the film is best viewed in order to take you by storm rather than me spoil any aspect of it here. I use the phrase "take you by storm" for a reason, the film is a breathtaking ordeal conveyed by powerful direction and performances. Portman delivers the most unbelievable performance of 2010 and the rest of the cast is nothing short of amazing. I'm pulling for Hershey to be nominated at this year's Oscars in particular. If Portman does not actually win the golden statue this year, it will be one of their greatest disappointments along with Rourke's loss in 2008 and Blanchett's loss in 1997.
This is a beautiful, dark, and emotionally wrenching film. Its reward lies in the fact that it is a consummate masterpiece. I may be using a ton of hyperbole here, but I really do believe this is the best piece of cinema I have ever seen in a theater. I strongly recommend this film to anyone who wishes to observe what cinematic perfection truly is. I'm sure whether you think so or not, after you view it, the idea of perfection will undoubtedly linger in your mind long after you see it. ;)