Sometimes, the best pieces of art are the ones that keep
things simple. Sure, I take great pleasure in watching and analysing films that
have a lot going on, giving me ample opportunities to look at all the little
pieces of the production and story and seeing how they all fit together.
However, what can easily result from trying to aim for many things at once is
missing all of them. Keeping a story’s scope narrower means that the filmmakers
are able to focus on a singular notion, building on it so that it supports the
entire production all on its own without the added garnish. I don’t usually
vibe with films that are this low-key, but then again, not every low-key film
I’ve reviewed is as stone-cold brilliant as this little number is.
