42/22
Riding Carousel” Performed by Alexander McCabeWritten by Alexander McCabe
Narrative
A woman pauses her career to be a stay-at-home mom, but soon her domesticity takes a surreal turn.. Was originally meant to be released straight-to-streaming on Hulu, but the strong reception from test screenings prompted Searchlight Pictures to instead give it a wide theatrical release.. Featured in Graham Norton i gosti: Bruce Springsteen/Amy Adams/Vanessa Williams/Bill Bailey/St. Vincent (2024).
It is a career-defining performance
The movie is overall good, but I expected it to be darker and more horrifying, rather than comedic.The targeted audience should be parents. Although I am not a parent right now, I can totally resonate with the themes presented.If you have any questions about motherhood and feminine rage, you might find this film insightful.The screenplay is also well-written; some dialogues from the characters are very sharp.Marielle Heller is definitely a talented female director who can adapt a seemingly impossible book into a successful movie.Adams is undeniably amazing. This is the best performance I have seen from her so far, and it might be the best performance I have seen this year. She is feral, brave, and funny.
She truly commits to the role
The depth of her performance is evident in the intricate details of her facial expressions, which beautifully convey her anger, joy, and pain. Adams embodies the role of a mother with an authenticity that resonates deeply, likely mood from her own experiences as a mother in real life. This personal connection elevates her performance, making it feel both relatable and genuine. I can’t help but feel a strong connection between her portrayal and my own mother, as if she captures the essence of maternal love and sacrifice in a way that truly speaks to me.This movie seems to be divisive so far.
No, definitely not
I have seen some people dismiss her performance, and many believe Adams shouldn’t win or even be nominated for this bizarre role. For me, acting awards are always performance-based, not movie-based. She is the vehicle of the film. She definitely should be nominated or even win.