many layers that some may miss

Rating: 7/10 (25 December 2013)

An interesting film but yes, kind of depressing. I found myself wanting more twists and/or an ending that reconciled at least some of the main character's journey. After reflection, it seems to me that Mr. Davis was caught in the Santeria spell perhaps. After bitching about folk music, a famous 60's folk hero showed him the way and he completely missed it, showing that maybe if he listened more instead of speaking...except that time was not necessarily linear...so many layers it is definitely very Coen brothers. I was disappointed at first but now see the complexity of the human condition they were trying to get across. Music is as complex as the human condition. What truly lasts are the songs that touch us deeply in our soul ...not just the flavor of the month. yet ....a catchy tune can last forever...so complicated.