Inside Llewyn Davis delivers a harrowing and realistic interpretation of reality: Regardless of skill, one cannot achieve success independent of monetary sustenance.

Rating: 8/10 (23 October 2016)

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"Inside Llewyn Davis" is a film that explores many motifs in 1960's society when looking at the story of a young musical artist. From the beginning of the film, where we see Llewyn performing at the Gaslight, it is clear that his desire is musical achievement. The lyrics in Llewyn's music highlight his desire for a higher position in his musical career, and his continual efforts are shown through numerous scenes of transportation. However, as the story progresses it is clear that a larger variable is influencing his decisions. When confronted with this obstacle, we follow Llewyn in his labors of finding sustenance, whether that be monetary, physical, or emotional. While dealing with familial and other relationship issues, Llewyn's reactions and responses are frankly quite faithful to veracity. Along with his physical plight, the case couldn't be clearer. Inside Llewyn Davis delivers a harrowing and realistic interpretation of reality: Regardless of skill, one cannot achieve success independent of monetary sustenance. I find that the usage of profanity was overdone to an extent, and took away from the film. However, from genuine acting, to emotionally stout direction; this was a film experience that will leave you wordless, following Llewyn's next move as he traverses dangerous urban life as a musical artist trying to further himself. An excellent blend of musical composition and cinematographic perfection: Inside Llewyn Davis.