Tetro
In Francis Ford Coppola`s first original screenplay since 1974's The Conversation, he tells a bittersweet tale of the secrets that haunt a highly creative family. Fresh-faced and naïve, 17-year-old Bennie arrives in Buenos Aires to search for his older brother, Tetro, a volatile and melancholy poet who has tried to leave his family behind. But their reunion is not what either expects, as the two brothers grapple with the unsettling experiences of their shared past.
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Deep - WVRealtor
There was a lot going on in this movie. Relationships, family history, growing up, sexual tension, artistic expression, mental illness and of course love. It's complex, well acted and directed. There is much to take in adn something to take out as well. Not for everyone, but I really enjoyed it.Beautiful Film - nw_kiff
"Tetro" is a nice personal film, and a return to form for Francis Ford Coppola. It revolves around two brothers, and the family conflicts that shape their lives. Beautiful cinematography, great performance from Vincent Gallo, and a fascinating look into this troubled, yet gifted family provide you with a film that deserves more attention than it received. Solid drama.artistic - basilbenz
Coppola said this was his most beautiful film... and I cannot disagree. This movie isn't for everybody, I will state that from the very beginning. This is a very personal film, and it is the way Coppola wanted it. I'm sure if another director/screenwriter would have wanted to make this very film, the producers would insist on changing aspects of it, to make it more universally appealing. But Coppola delivers an impressive punch, and I'm sure will be a movie that will be talked about and studied in years to come.
Tetro is the story of Angelo Tetrochinni, and the relationship that he has with his younger brother (20 years his junior). "Tetro" as he now calls himself, is living in Argentina, in the La Boca district of Bueno Aries. After a nervous breakdown, he has given up writing, and given up all relations with his family. So when Bennie, his younger brother decides to drop in after the cruise ship where he works breaks down, Tetro is a bit apprehensive. A true Type A personality, Tetro now lives with Miranda, who knows nothing of his past family life. As Bennie is readily welcomed by Miranda, he tries to learn more about their family life from his older brother, who doesn't want to Bennie to pry. As the film continues, the mystery behind their family relationship with their father, world famous classical conductor Carlo Tetrochinni.
The film is based on the films of The Red Shoes, and Tales Of Hoffmann, both directed by Michael Powell, and starring world famous ballet dancer Moira Shearer. In fact, a scene from tales of Hoffmann is featured in film. The film is masterfully shot in black and white, and Golijov's score is amazing, drawing on Argentine-type tangos and Astor Piazzolla. As pieces of Tetro past and the Tetrochinni family story is disclosed, the past is depicted in color, giving a stark contrast to the present story. And as more of the family relations are revealed, a scenes of a ballet, also in color, are shown against a blue screen, givin
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Deep - WVRealtor
There was a lot going on in this movie. Relationships, family history, growing up, sexual tension, artistic expression, mental illness and of course love. It's complex, well acted and directed. There is much to take in adn something to take out as well. ...Beautiful Film - nw_kiff
"Tetro" is a nice personal film, and a return to form for Francis Ford Coppola. It revolves around two brothers, and the family conflicts that shape their lives. Beautiful cinematography, great performance from Vincent Gallo, and a fascinating look into this ...artistic - basilbenz
Coppola said this was his most beautiful film... and I cannot disagree. This movie isn't for everybody, I will state that from the very beginning. This is a very personal film, and it is the way Coppola wanted it. I'm sure if another director/screenwriter ...