didn't expect to like it so much...

Rating: 10/10 (27 February 2012)

THE ARTIST, is a film that proves that words are not the only medium of expression. I never thought that a silent, black and white film could be so charming. The visual metaphors it employs are just amazing.
The credit has to lie with the director Micheal hazanavicius for choosing to treat this subject in such a lovely manner. Check out the dream sequence where George Valentin goes silent when every thing else begins to sound. The scene alone can convey so many emotions, and there are many like that.
Do watch it by all means. It deserves to be seen, to be understood and appreciated. If you can, try watching it without the Oscar baggage. You will enjoy even more.