Tati’s style was definitely unique although I somewhat agree with the poster who said he found him dull. Mon Oncle was an amusing movie but no masterpiece, in my opinion. In fact, the only thing I remember about the movie properly was the ultra-modern house and the movie’s score which was elated and joyful. But we digress:
“Tati had a style that did not belong to any one else, and he was a pure genius which can hardly be described by words but can be feeled after watching his works.”
Kim Ki-duk has a style that’s completely his, I feel – not just in his directing but also in his writing.
That’s an interesting take on him, Mick. Of course, I was basing my opinion on that one movie and my comments were restricted to that. Your take on him definitely make sense, but I still feel that he was dull – that it could have been done in a better, less time consuming way. It doesn’t have to do anything with a programmed 21st century – custom is not all powerful that lords over intellect or perception. Patience can be subjective too. I definitely have time to watch movies that say a lot but take their time to do so (apples and oranges for comparison but bear with me and consider Dersu Uzala). I merely felt that Mon Oncle said too little (which again is subjective but I agree with your comments on him portraying a beautiful circus like life) but took too long. Regardless, I look forward to watching more of Tati’s movies and thank you for your insight.
Mon Oncle, Tati and Obviously Genius Directors over 3 years ago
Tati’s style was definitely unique although I somewhat agree with the poster who said he found him dull. Mon Oncle was an amusing movie but no masterpiece, in my opinion. In fact, the only thing I remember about the movie properly was the ultra-modern house and the movie’s score which was elated and joyful. But we digress:
“Tati had a style that did not belong to any one else, and he was a pure genius which can hardly be described by words but can be feeled after watching his works.”
Kim Ki-duk has a style that’s completely his, I feel – not just in his directing but also in his writing.
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Mon Oncle, Tati and Obviously Genius Directors over 3 years ago
That’s an interesting take on him, Mick. Of course, I was basing my opinion on that one movie and my comments were restricted to that. Your take on him definitely make sense, but I still feel that he was dull – that it could have been done in a better, less time consuming way. It doesn’t have to do anything with a programmed 21st century – custom is not all powerful that lords over intellect or perception. Patience can be subjective too. I definitely have time to watch movies that say a lot but take their time to do so (apples and oranges for comparison but bear with me and consider Dersu Uzala). I merely felt that Mon Oncle said too little (which again is subjective but I agree with your comments on him portraying a beautiful circus like life) but took too long. Regardless, I look forward to watching more of Tati’s movies and thank you for your insight.
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