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The Wonder (2022)
Gorgeous
The Wonder was one of the finest cinematic surprises of last year for me. The pacing is spot on, weaving a tale of mystery through the inimitable Irish countryside in the 19th century. It helps to know as little as you can going into the film. Through sheer cinematography and flawless acting, the story wraps you with tenderness and tension. And though the scripting stumbles once or twice towards the end, it never lets the magic fade, thanks to the visual poetry that holds the tale together. Florence Pugh and Kila Cassidy are the backbone in acting but Lelio has assembled an equally terrific supporting cast. Last but nit least, the musical tapestry deserves a mention in its own right. Perfect cinema, just about.
Gunda (2020)
Absolute must see
If you are at all open to experience that deviates from the blockbuster-television genres, Gunda is a must see. Ditto, if you care about animal life and welfare. The film is beautifully shot in a way that makes it hard to look away from even the slowest of slow scenes. It is funny, we laughed out loud throughout, despite there being no jokes or intents at humor by those on the screen. But be prepared to feel devastated, too. The depth of experience hidden in the simplicity of animal life is astounding and the director Viktor Kossakovsky, together with his team of Norwegian producers, have done us a great service in putting it to film.