RELEASE: 2010; GENERE: Mystery, Suspense, Drama; RUN-TIME: 1 hr, 50 mins; RATED: R for strong sexual content, disturbing violent images, language and some drug use; STARRING: Natalie Portman; DIRECTED BY: Darren Aronofsky;
REVIEW: Trust me, you have never seen a movie quite like this before. I came out of the theater saying that is was odly strange, sometimes confusing; yet at the same time brilliant. Showing the world of a ballerina at its worst and at it best, is what makes the portrayal so weirdly compelling. It takes a thrilling and at times terrifying journey through the psyche of a young ballerina whose starring role as the duplicitous swan queen turns out to be a part for which she becomes frighteningly perfect. Often melodramatic, it is odly captivating and features some of the best dance sequences you will likely see all year. Without hardly ever raising her voice, Natalie Portman is brilliant in the film and cold end up being a strong contender for an Oscar. Definately one of the most provocative movies we've seen all year. We give it a stong [4.25-Stars].
SYNOPSIS: This is a psychological thriller set in the world of New York City ballet. Staring Natalie Portman as Nina, a featured dancer who finds herself locked in a web of competitive intrigue with a new rival at the company (Mila Kunis), it portrays the life of a ballerina, like all those in her profession, that is completely consumed with dance. She lives with her retired ballerina mother Erica (Barbara Hershey) who zealously supports her daughter's professional ambition; to the point of driving her to near insanity. When artistic director Thomas Leroy (Vincent Cassel) decides to replace prima ballerina Beth MacIntyre (Winona Ryder) for the opening production of their new season, Swan Lake, Nina is his first choice. But Nina has competition: a new dancer, Lily (Kunis), who impresses Leroy as well. Swan Lake requires a dancer who can play both the White Swan with innocence and grace, and the Black Swan, who represents guile and sensuality. Nina fits the White Swan role perfectly but Lily is the personification of the Black Swan. As the two young dancers expand their rivalry into a twisted friendship, Nina begins to get more in touch with her dark side with a recklessness that threatens to destroy her.
REVIEW: Trust me, you have never seen a movie quite like this before. I came out of the theater saying that is was odly strange, sometimes confusing; yet at the same time brilliant. Showing the world of a ballerina at its worst and at it best, is what makes the portrayal so weirdly compelling. It takes a thrilling and at times terrifying journey through the psyche of a young ballerina whose starring role as the duplicitous swan queen turns out to be a part for which she becomes frighteningly perfect. Often melodramatic, it is odly captivating and features some of the best dance sequences you will likely see all year. Without hardly ever raising her voice, Natalie Portman is brilliant in the film and cold end up being a strong contender for an Oscar. Definately one of the most provocative movies we've seen all year. We give it a stong [4.25-Stars]. SYNOPSIS: This is a psychological thriller set in the world of New York City ballet. Staring Natalie Portman as Nina, a featured dancer who finds herself locked in a web of competitive intrigue with a new rival at the company (Mila Kunis), it portrays the life of a ballerina, like all those in her profession, that is completely consumed with dance. She lives with her retired ballerina mother Erica (Barbara Hershey) who zealously supports her daughter's professional ambition; to the point of driving her to near insanity. When artistic director Thomas Leroy (Vincent Cassel) decides to replace prima ballerina Beth MacIntyre (Winona Ryder) for the opening production of their new season, Swan Lake, Nina is his first choice. But Nina has competition: a new dancer, Lily (Kunis), who impresses Leroy as well. Swan Lake requires a dancer who can play both the White Swan with innocence and grace, and the Black Swan, who represents guile and sensuality. Nina fits the White Swan role perfectly but Lily is the personification of the Black Swan. As the two young dancers expand their rivalry into a twisted friendship, Nina begins to get more in touch with her dark side with a recklessness that threatens to destroy her.
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