I am now highly appreciative of Terrence Malick's style, his films I agree are not for all, but even if I didn't like the director much(not the case here) I would make an effort to appreciate him/her.
Badlands is Terrence Malick's debut, and while not my personal favourite of his work(The Thin Red Line), it is a very impressive one. His direction is superb and very poetic as it consistently is, the story is compelling and very moody in its tone and the dialogue is beautifully and thoughtfully written. Effort once again is made to make the audience care for the characters, but it isn't a Malick film without astounding visuals and a haunting emotionally resonant score, Badlands has both.
The acting is top notch especially from Martin Sheen and Sissy Spacek and Warren Oates gives fine support too. All in all, a very impressive debut. 9/10 Bethany Cox
Badlands is Terrence Malick's debut, and while not my personal favourite of his work(The Thin Red Line), it is a very impressive one. His direction is superb and very poetic as it consistently is, the story is compelling and very moody in its tone and the dialogue is beautifully and thoughtfully written. Effort once again is made to make the audience care for the characters, but it isn't a Malick film without astounding visuals and a haunting emotionally resonant score, Badlands has both.
The acting is top notch especially from Martin Sheen and Sissy Spacek and Warren Oates gives fine support too. All in all, a very impressive debut. 9/10 Bethany Cox