A Meditation

Rating: 9/10 (16 June 2010)

I rushed out to see this movie because there is one theater in my city that shows indy/foreign films and they usually stay for two seconds. I went in with high expectations and was not disappointed. This movie is really a kind of poetry for people who don't like artsy stuff. Quite easy to follow but also beautiful and compelling. I figured out most of the big twists before they happened but it still works as a crime movie but manages to hit a number of big themes: class/longing/loss/politics/despair/humor. Filmed beautifully others have mentioned the awesome pan of the soccer stadium and I liked the dreamy opening sequences as well and the lovely wide open shots of the the court house. Adult dialog that is witty and multi layered relationships that are built and explored.
I was the only person in the theater because it was during the day mid week and about a 150 degrees outside. Greatly contributed to my enjoyment although i have a friend who I am sure will like this so I will go back.