The Whale (2022)
10/10
Self-destruction through Darren Aronofsky's unique vision.
19 February 2023
Warning: Spoilers
"The Whale" is about family, past mistakes, regret, self-destruction, and redemption.

Darren Aronofsky assembles a touching and visceral experience through his narrative and visual style.

The relationship between the father and daguther is similar to the sub-plot in "The Wrestler" (2008), and the physical and mental deterioration kind of reminds us of "Black Swan" (2010).

Aronofsky is a master when it comes to displaying drama and tension at the same time, and in this occasion; he aims to create an atmosphere where the main character is surrounded by compassion, misery, and hope.

Thus, when the ending comes, it hits you really hard.

Brendon Fraser, Sadie Sink, and Hong Chau; fascinating. We can expect Brandon's Oscar, for sure... You know, Hollywood awards these kind of stories.

The ending is poetic, beautiful, but very sad.

"The Whale" is worth seeing it in the cinema. I have watched most of Aronofsky's films in the asile, and it has always been a pleasant experience.
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