Tilda Swinton wading through strange experiences in Colombia, including hearing a recurring booming thump should theoretically lead to some powerfully subtle storytelling. A possible allegory could be in play. At the bare minimum, a psychological character study should emerge. Unfortunately, we get none of the above. Instead, we end up with a narrative that is opaque, frustrating and at times bordering on aimless, leading to a conclusion that feels almost like filler. Along the way, the film often has a dead zone in which one scene after another is stretched to the point of emptiness. One of the more perplexingly sedate films in recent memory. While I respect the craft and intentions, the overall impact left me cold. Not recommended.
Review of Memoria
