Human Heart is Very Complicated Muscle

Rating: 8/10 (24 January 2009)

Woody Allen is a brilliant story teller. Vicky Christina Barcelona proves that.
Vicky (Rebecca Hall) and Christina (Scarlett Johansson) are about spend their summer in the beautiful Barcelona Spain. Vicky is going to get married next fall and Christina is pursuing to find herself. The two meet a sexy stranger Juan Antonio (wonderful Javier Bardem) who suggest a weekend trip to Oliviedo. Christina is instantly attracted to the man who is attracted the both of beautiful women. There begins a complex relationship between number of people. More spices is thrown into the mix by Juan Antonio's crazy ex-wife, Maria Elena (great Penelope Cruz).
Allen is master of handling a complicated relationships and striking dialog. His language is witty and filled with pathetic humor. The cast is chosen very well. All Johansson, Hall, Bardem and Cruz handle their part very well. Also it was nice to see Patricia Clarkson again on the screen because she is a such a good actress. Penelope Cruz really shines as a loony ex-wife. It wouldn't be surprise if she would be awarded with an Oscar.
Vicky Christina Barcelona isn't so unpredictable as Allen's masterpiece "Match Point" but it offers laughs and enjoyable drama comedy. The movie also makes you want to travel to lively Barcelona!