Those whose say modern cinema is lacking fresh stories and old Hollywood quality need to see Kogonda’s new movie “A Big Bold Beautiful Journey”. The A-list cast, featuring the talented Margot Robbie and Colin Farrell as star-crossed lovers on a journey of discovery and introspection, invites viewers to bask in emotional rollercoasters and human connection for the span of an hour and 49 minutes, but whose imprint is lasting.
To describe the film, one need only look at the apt title. The movie was “Big” in terms of quality through beautifully shot scenery, such as the glamour of a dreamed wedding party. There also is an artistic composition to each scene, such as the two main characters talking while posed like a painting they were staring at. This renders scenes as distinct pieces of the movie which you are able to picture days later.
“Bold” describes the plot, one that is non-linear and slightly eccentric, thanks in part to Phoebe Waller-Bridge’s supporting role as a cooky perhaps-German perhaps-car-renter. Without revealing too much, Seth Reiss’ scenario sets forth an out-of-the-box metaphorical road trip journey through different stages of life, uniting an unlikely and unhappy duo.
“Beautiful” is an often-overused adjective, yet not for this movie. Robbie and Farrell are so convincing in their respective roles and comfortable with each other that we often forget we are watching a screen and not a real-life scene unfold. The scenery, the complexity of the characters, the feelings, are all beautiful in their sincerity.
“Journey” provides an indictation as to the plot of the movie. This is the path of two down-trodden people who are able to come to terms with their grief over their pasts and even find peace through self-reflection and, ultimately forgiveness. It is not only a physical and metaphysical journey for the characters but an emotional one too.
“A Big Bold Beautiful Journey” is truly that. If only we were all able to take a journey through our own lives, to relive the ups and owns of the past as to ultimately enjoy the present and the people around.
