I'm Not There Review

5 months ago 11th Jul 16:25

This is not a bog standard biopic of a music star but more of a trip through the singers moods, desires and psyches as the characters struggle with fame and fortune as they all try to discover who they are and where in society they feel most comfortable.

This film works so well because of it's supremely talented cast the role of Jude Dylan, played by Cate Blanchett, is a piece of diamond casting and I defy you to tell Blanchett and Dylan apart.

Both Christian Bale and Heath Ledger are outstanding as raising folk singer Jack and megastar Robbie as they both struggle with their new found fame; Jack shuns the limelight and turns to God while Robbie loses a grip on his marriage.

And yes at some times the moving quickly back and forth between a string of characters doesn't always work and it does run a tad too long but it is one of the most original movies that I have ever seen.

Unlike with Ray and Walk the Line I doubt that you will come out knowing more about Bob Dylan than you did before the film started but it's so rich in visuals and ideas that you can't help but get lost in it.

I'm Not There is released 14th July on DVD.

FemaleFirst Helen Earnshaw

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