in a word, spectacular

Rating: 10/10 (10 October 2017)

My wife and I streamed the 2007 "final cut" version of Blade Runner last weekend and went to see BR 2047 today; it's just spectacular. The attention to detail is amazing. Roger Deakins hits another home run with lighting that's perfectly natural. His framing is, well, it's Deakins; it doesn't get much better. And the sets... dang. Those people should be picking up some serious awards for this film. The music is awesome, the use of Tibetan horns is perfect. And the rest of the sound was amazing. Anyone who's interested in sound should make a trek to the theater for this movie.
Contrary to many, I thought the pacing was perfect. As was the length. I can't think of anything I'd be willing to cut, or anything I'd be willing to shorten.
I loved the original Blade Runner; this sequel actually builds on and exceeds the original. I wound not have thought that possible.
After Arrival and now BR 2047, Denis Villeneuve is my new favorite director.