Wednesday, April 06, 2005
film study: Mean Creek
I was moved by Mean Creek over the break, and I think you would be, too.
It's a beautiful film, worth even watching on mute.
Every single image, every character carries so much meaning, so much weight.
Representations evolve into allegory as the ugly interiors of the children surface on their beautiful outsides, and yet the conclusion seems as vague as the fog that fills the final shot.
This one asks lots of questions, and leaves you to answer them for yourself. I like that.
Jeffrey Overstreet from Looking Closer has a compelling interview with the film's director that you should read to pique your interest.
Please read it and think about renting the movie. You'll probably be glad you did.
