I know everybody is raving about this, and not to jump on the bandwagon...but damn--It's good. Not only does Natalie Portman look smokin hot the whole movie, she does crazy ballerina pretty well too. Darren Aronovsky succesfully put together another stressfull and uncomfortable movie to watch (think Reqium for a Dream and The Wrestler). I have described this movie to a few people as a cross between Fight Club and The Machinist, for its ability to make the viewer constantly question what is actually happening and what is halucination.
Thought Natalie Portman that did an amazing job portraying the life of a ballerina, and the ridiculous amount of pressure that they are put under. Her body was perfect for a ballerina, and although I know she ahd body doubles for some of the dancing, I thought that the portions she actually did were impressive for a non dancer. Excited that she got a nom at the Golden globes, and I think that she stands a good chance of getting an oscar nom.
The rest of the cast framed the movie well...Mila Kunis looking all cute and spunky, Wynonna Ryder playing herself more or less as a washed up star, and Barbara Hershey playing the mom from Carrie. All great performances, although kind of suprised that Hershey got a nom.
Overall the movie was awesome, but I think it might have been a bit too artsy and weird to win an oscar. I have no doubt that it will be nominated because of the stupid 10 movie nomination change, however I do not think that it will win. I think that Natalie fares to do the best at the Oscars, but we'll see. Also, maybe Aronovsky?
My rating: A
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