Black Swan (2010): This was a mixed bag of sorts, but in the end it was good enough to warrant my attention. The premise of this film is that there's a ballet production of Swan Lake. Natalie Portman's character is up for the main role and is perfect for the "White Swan" role whereas Mila Kunis personifies the "Black Swan" side of the character. Throughout the film we see Portman's character descend into madness, to put it bluntly, discovering a darker edge to her character, and by the time the film reaches its peak it's very enjoyable. I'd say the final act of the film, which comes after a sex scene (woo lesbians), is where the film is at its best. It's also where it's at its creepiest, although for me the film never ran over into "scary" horror territory. Black Swan is at most unnerving and weird but not scary. The movie prior to that is fine albeit unremarkable, although I suppose that's setting the scene for the final crash, establishing Portman's character's frailties before fully exposing them at the film's conclusion, although it wasn't the most interesting of setups. But to be honest this is just worth watching for Mila Kunis being utterly filthy. She could probably read the Third Reich and make it sound dirty. I don't think they give out awards for that. Well, Oscars anyway. One thumb up (+ one cock).
DanLowth @ FlickChart.com
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