Wordlessly Brilliant

Rating: Null/10 (20 October 2012)

When was the last time you actually saw a black and white movie? Don't worry, I didn't remember until I saw this one. The Artist film (silent) is certainly an Oscar winner, it was directed by French, Michel Hazanavicius. It took place in a vintage, black and white Hollywood air. With not so many good graphics nor dialogues the movie spoke by itself, the actors played very well their roll, the soundtrack was lovely and it was also self-understanding in a mesmerizing way; however, the movie had few invaluable scenes; as a result, it went a just a little bit long for my taste.
On the other hand, George Valentin (Jean Dujardin) along with Peppy miller (Bérénice Bejo) drove a pleasant scenario where tears and laughs came along very well. Both were classically dapper, they acted delightfully surprising. Moreover, a swooning soundtrack by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra backed up the romance film. The way music merged with the scene was truly enchanting.
In conclusion, old movies seemed to be a little bit dull for me, yet the Artist changed my whole perception. The characters transported me to 1927 without a single word; as for that reason, and many more, it was in every sense of the phrase an original, outstanding and a beautifully hand crafted 4 stars film.
Eric Rivas, Dominican Republic.