The Revenant

Someone give Leo a goddam Oscar before he kills himself.

I just got back from this movie. Holy shit its good… well, in that “Shindler’s List” kind of way.

Decaprio was amazing, as always, but I have to argue that the real star was Alejandro Iñárritu, the director. I never saw birdman but I’ve added it to my list. This movie is beautiful in ways I could never describe. Some of the shots were so breathtaking I got chills.

I’ve already talked about the story of Hugh glass and there are no real surprises in the movie so I’m going to speak somewhat freely about the plot.

They keep true to the real story pretty well, although they do add some things and change a few details, the core of what happens stays pretty true.

This movie is not for the faint of heart. Some of the violence was extreme. In particular, the bear attack stands out. Most movies show some parts of things like this. Or they use shaky cam and blur it. This movie does not. You see the attack as if you were standing right there. You can see it all.

There is no point where the camera turns away to hide the violence. The only way to look away is to actually do it. It’s not unexpected though. You bought a ticket to a movie about a guy who gets mauled by a bear and has to fight his way back. You should expect some violence. I guess the only surprising part how non chelantly the film makers look at violence. They just show it and let you experience it at face value. A refreshing change.

“The Revenant” is good. I’d recommend it very highly and because of its stunning, and striking, visuals I recommend seeing it on the big screen. You won’t regret it.

It is truly a movie that will stick with you. It’s a show of the will of one man against some of the most impossible odds I’ve ever seen. Because of this, you’ll be glad it’s over when it is. It’s not fun to watch. You aren’t going to have a good time. You’re not even gonna smile. But you’ll get out and say you loved it, you’ll be glad you don’t have to watch a man be physically and mentally tortured anymore, but you’ll love it.

“The Revenant” gets a 95% overall and Leo get 100% because he just does. I don’t know what other movies are going to contend with this one at the Oscars.

PS: I also really liked Tom Hardy and his character.