Greek director Theo Angelopoulos masterfully mixes the past, present, future, dream and reality into a profound and haunting film that touches on universal themes of love, life and death amongst others. The ever reliable Bruno Ganz plays a dying poet who reflects on his life and country where his whole existence converges into one last day. Angelopoulos touches on the current topics such as illegal immigration, child trafficking and political turmoil besides isolation and alienation in this modern Odyssey. The stunning cinematography and haunting score make this film an unforgettable experience. YRCinema's coverage of films on DVD.
Sunday, July 26, 2009
Eternity and A Day
Greek director Theo Angelopoulos masterfully mixes the past, present, future, dream and reality into a profound and haunting film that touches on universal themes of love, life and death amongst others. The ever reliable Bruno Ganz plays a dying poet who reflects on his life and country where his whole existence converges into one last day. Angelopoulos touches on the current topics such as illegal immigration, child trafficking and political turmoil besides isolation and alienation in this modern Odyssey. The stunning cinematography and haunting score make this film an unforgettable experience. YRCinema's coverage of films on DVD.
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