A complete snoozefest

Rating: 3/10 (1 March 2018)

I went into the movie knowing absolutely nothing, apart from the fact that it was nominated for an Academy Award. Having a liking for good films since childhood, I went along willingly, and couldn't wait to indulge. The problem is, I just never got the chance. Having no idea what the movie is about dragged on for another 40 minutes, where I got so tired of waiting I stepped out to use the bathroom and buy a drink. When I got back, the movie did not progress even an inch. Granted, it does get a little bit more interesting in the second half, but it is still nowhere near what I would expect from an Academy Award nominated movie. It is utterly boring. The main character is simply unlikable. Very cold and dry, you just wait for him to display some smile, or any feelings at all. As mentioned previously, in the second half the action gets a little better, but it is too little too late. The biggest mystery to me are some of the ratings and opinions of this movie here on this website. I'm wondering whether we've seen the same movie. It's not a masterpiece, the plot and screenplay aren't phenomenal and they are most certainly not keeping you in awe. Are people really enjoying this, or do they just say they do because they are pretentious and think that this is the right thing to say about this film? There were some brief upsides, beautiful scenery and location, good and sometimes great acting by the actors. But that is why I'm giving it 3 stars, because the plot/story was just boring with a rather unsurprising ending.