films seen
1
average score
3.00*
nationality
status
Alive and kicking
Movies
A strange film that reminded me a bit of Tarr's Werckmeister Harmoniak. The barren location mixed with the slightly fantastical elements provides an interesting premise. Erdem also pays enough attention to the presentation, the score and sound design in particular are notable. The performances aren't the greatest though, and the film is at its best when the fantastical elements are in play, but these scenes aren't dominant. A shorter runtime and more focus on the mysterious vibe could've improved Kosmos considerably, but it's still an interesting attempt and one of the better Turkish films I've seen. Read all