'Children of Men' (2006)
Writers: Alfonso Cuarón, Timothy J. Sexton, David Arata, Mark Fergus, Hawk Ostby and P.D. James (based on the novel by)
Release Date: 22nd September 2006
Hot Rating: 💥💥💥💥
In his adaptation of P.D. James Sci-Fi novel, which tells of a dystopian future where a woman is somehow pregnant despite worldwide infertility, Alfonso Cuarón marks his collaborative relationship with cinematographer Emmanuel Lubezki. In this combination of the directorial authority and visual prowess, so does 'Children of Men' find its footing as an immersive and deeply haunting piece of cinema. The constant twists are led superbly by lead Clive Owen (Theo), who undergoes thorough character developments throughout his troubled journey. This feature is both a blessing and a curse to the narrative, to which can sometimes become too enthralled in our protagonist's misfortunes to truly shed light on James' source material. With this being said, the striking cinematography provided by Lubezki, of which his tracking shots showcase our tentative engagement with dystopian England, demand the film's dramatic presence and further ensure that audiences remain intrigued to the final moments.
'Gravity' (2013)
Writers: Alfonso Cuarón and Jonás Cuarón
Release Date: 7th November 2013
Hot Rating: 💥💥💥💥
In a landmark for contemporary cinema, Alfonso Cuarón also provides a narrative which is as equally exciting as the film's Oscar-winning effects. Accompanied by his brother Jonás, the Cuaróns produce a suitably flexible screenplay, with Ryan Stone's (Sandra Bullock) survival being matched in intensity by the use of CGI and lighting. It is, therefore, of no surprise that cinematographer Emmanuel Lubeski, and visual effects supervisor Tim Webber, stated that traditional methods would hinder their storytelling. Thankfully, 'Gravity' is anything but 'traditional'. From its mindbending long shots to its use of pre-visualisation, this sci-fi adventure withholds attention throughout its ninety-minute running time. With the immersive nature of this journey, so is 'Gravity' expectedly reliant upon the presence of Imax and surround sound to be fully appreciated. Nonetheless, whether you're viewing the film on the big screen or on at home, the action remains the same - intense, relentless and always masterfully executed.
Writers: Alfonso Cuarón, Timothy J. Sexton, David Arata, Mark Fergus, Hawk Ostby and P.D. James (based on the novel by)
Release Date: 22nd September 2006
Hot Rating: 💥💥💥💥
In his adaptation of P.D. James Sci-Fi novel, which tells of a dystopian future where a woman is somehow pregnant despite worldwide infertility, Alfonso Cuarón marks his collaborative relationship with cinematographer Emmanuel Lubezki. In this combination of the directorial authority and visual prowess, so does 'Children of Men' find its footing as an immersive and deeply haunting piece of cinema. The constant twists are led superbly by lead Clive Owen (Theo), who undergoes thorough character developments throughout his troubled journey. This feature is both a blessing and a curse to the narrative, to which can sometimes become too enthralled in our protagonist's misfortunes to truly shed light on James' source material. With this being said, the striking cinematography provided by Lubezki, of which his tracking shots showcase our tentative engagement with dystopian England, demand the film's dramatic presence and further ensure that audiences remain intrigued to the final moments.
'Gravity' (2013)
Writers: Alfonso Cuarón and Jonás Cuarón
Release Date: 7th November 2013
Hot Rating: 💥💥💥💥
In a landmark for contemporary cinema, Alfonso Cuarón also provides a narrative which is as equally exciting as the film's Oscar-winning effects. Accompanied by his brother Jonás, the Cuaróns produce a suitably flexible screenplay, with Ryan Stone's (Sandra Bullock) survival being matched in intensity by the use of CGI and lighting. It is, therefore, of no surprise that cinematographer Emmanuel Lubeski, and visual effects supervisor Tim Webber, stated that traditional methods would hinder their storytelling. Thankfully, 'Gravity' is anything but 'traditional'. From its mindbending long shots to its use of pre-visualisation, this sci-fi adventure withholds attention throughout its ninety-minute running time. With the immersive nature of this journey, so is 'Gravity' expectedly reliant upon the presence of Imax and surround sound to be fully appreciated. Nonetheless, whether you're viewing the film on the big screen or on at home, the action remains the same - intense, relentless and always masterfully executed.
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