I am Love

Disclaimer - This is not a proper review so read away, I’m avoiding spoiling it for you! 

This movie left me wondering. I can’t really say if I loved it or just like it, I’m a bit on the fence this time. What I can certainly say it’s that visually “I am love” (Io Sono L’Amore)) is truly a masterpiece, the cinematography is superb and the decor is breathtaking (it was shot in Milan and San Remo).

Also this is a very “European” movie (obviously as it’s an Italian movie directed by Luca Guadagnino) – that means the rhythm is not very alert and the story flows slowly and somehow quietly (a lot of subtext going on). I personally like that and wasn’t bored at all, also enjoy hearing Italian and don’t mind subtitles (movie snob much?:))))).

That being said I did find it a little bit on the pretentious side as far as the story goes– it’s like a gorgeous looking dress on the outside that’s not really that well done on the inside. But hey I haven’t seen a Tilda Swinton's movie that I didn’t like yet. I find her fascinating, like some kind of stunning alien that plays really well and compelling and makes every role her own (the Italian actors were great too).

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On the side note the fashion in this movie is pretty cool too; the very classy, simple and high end outfits will certainly inspire you and make you dream. I certainly did not waste two hours of my life with this beautiful movie.

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