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Although the story dragged slightly in the middle this was a very enjoyable film. The acting was excellent and welcoming. The camera work combined with some truly special lighting kept the viewer right in the middle of the action. No matter the location of the scene the viewer is right along with the character. One leaves the theater knowing the characters deeply. I found myself involved both emotionally and mentally. The focus was on the now rather than the future. There was little suspense but I was never bored. Ramanujuan (Dev Patel) and Hardy (Jeremy Irons) both put mathematics ahead of human relationships but both craved for such. This is not the typical math genius film. It is more about the drive, the internal struggle and the teaming together to break through previous boundaries. The film has its share of symbolism that I don’t care to go into . It would ruin the mood. The music was an equal partner with the lighting and camera in conveying the feelings and leading us through the time. I heard it and I felt it. The vibes were truly strong. On a personal note I appreciated the English feel. This film is a great example of the differences in the European vs American filmmaking. The emphasis is on the art and I am sure I will be thinking about something in this film for days to come.
Saw Infinity film together with Hologram and thought Infinity had a lot more depth and sorrow. A good portrayal of upper class English intolerance while Hologram had the Saudi’s giving it back to us in ‘spades’. The effect of filming in Egypt, Morocco, Saudi Arabia was one of brightness, as the reflection from the sand was prominent, the variety of music to accompany the varied settings was impressive, yet in the background. The human relationships were certainly reflective of the times, 1914 to 1919 and now.
We are in agreement on this one! I was captivated from the first scene.
Could not believe the cruelty of his mother.
Thanks, P