Director: Damien Chazelle
Writers: Josh Singer and James R. Hansen (based on the book by)
Release Date: 12th October 2018
Hot Rating: 💥💥💥💥
'First Man' sees director Damien Chazelle move away from his explicitly music-driven recent filmography ('Whiplash', 'La La Land'), yet the director continues to shine in his ability to use sound to create tension and drama. Sound editor, Lena Glikson, neatly weaves the film's diverse soundtrack within the dangerous situations of Armstrong's journey. A special mention also goes to the iconic theremin, which features as an aural symbol for the astronaut's loneliness after the loss of his daughter, Karen; this heartwrenching event features so early on in the film that its emotional weight withholds a haunting presence throughout the rest of the narrative. While this more singular approach is likely to disappoint viewers expecting a dedicated portrayal of the moon landing, this choice really allows Gosling to exercise his emotional range. By distancing itself from the political stratosphere of this monumental event, 'First Man' excels as a powerful and honest biopic.
Writers: Josh Singer and James R. Hansen (based on the book by)
Release Date: 12th October 2018
Hot Rating: 💥💥💥💥
'First Man' sees director Damien Chazelle move away from his explicitly music-driven recent filmography ('Whiplash', 'La La Land'), yet the director continues to shine in his ability to use sound to create tension and drama. Sound editor, Lena Glikson, neatly weaves the film's diverse soundtrack within the dangerous situations of Armstrong's journey. A special mention also goes to the iconic theremin, which features as an aural symbol for the astronaut's loneliness after the loss of his daughter, Karen; this heartwrenching event features so early on in the film that its emotional weight withholds a haunting presence throughout the rest of the narrative. While this more singular approach is likely to disappoint viewers expecting a dedicated portrayal of the moon landing, this choice really allows Gosling to exercise his emotional range. By distancing itself from the political stratosphere of this monumental event, 'First Man' excels as a powerful and honest biopic.
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| Ryan Gosling as Neil Armstrong in 'First Man'. Source: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1213641/mediaviewer/rm2378792192 |
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