A Wonderful Movie

Rating: 9/10 (9 January 2020)

This is a wonderful movie, not necessarily because of the subject matter (it's a difficult theme handled sensitively) but because of the careful. nuanced writing and superb performances (it was nominated for a Golden Globe in almost every dramatic acting category (as well as best picture, screenplay and soundtrack) and will probably stir up Oscar attention. Noah Baumbach is an incredible talent. (Just an aside, his work reminded me of another auteur of note these last couple of years, Greta Gerwig, and I was interested to discover that they have been partners in other projects). I will be paying more attention to his projects, from now on. Scarlett Johansson never misses a subtle distinction in a script, and her performance was flawless. But, then again, this was true of most of the cast. I give this film a 9 (superb) out of 10. {Drama}