Exceptional

Rating: 10/10 (15 February 2020)

This is the first and only movie I've felt compelled to write a review for.
Admittedly, I rarely watch foreign language films because of having to read subtitles, but I made a point this year of watching every Oscar-nominated film I could. I had absolutely no idea what to expect going into it, and I think that's what made the film so compelling. Absolutely exceptional acting, beautiful cinematography, moving symbolism and pertinent social commentary. I could never predict what would happen next in the plot, and just when you think it should go one way, it does a 180 and goes a completely unexpected direction.
Go into it knowing as little as possible about it. It's so much better that way. You won't regret it.