White Countess is beautiful
'The White Countess' is absolutely beautifully shot. Cinematographer Christopher Doyle brings his truly gifted eye to the visual palate of this film. Reflections of his previous work can clearly be seen here - I was reminded throughout of his brilliant work with color in the film '2046' and the shadow filled segment 'The Hand' in the erotic triptych 'Eros.' (And although that was the one segment of 'Eros' I didn't like overall, the visuals were so amazing I didn't even want to blink).
Director James Ivory ('Remains of the Day', 'Howards End', 'Room with a View') certainly knows what he's doing with his actors (he's directed five Oscar nominated performances, and one winner with Emma Thompson in 'Howards End'). With 'White Countess', he does what a director is supposed to do and immerses us in the story through great actors and powerful visual storytelling that will remind you why you like to go out to the movies. Plus he's a USC grad, so he's cool.
I can't wait for this year's upcoming film 'Paris, je t'aime' for many reasons, including the fact that Christopher Doyle shot one of the 20 segments. 'Paris' will screen at this year's Cannes, so stay tuned.
Director James Ivory ('Remains of the Day', 'Howards End', 'Room with a View') certainly knows what he's doing with his actors (he's directed five Oscar nominated performances, and one winner with Emma Thompson in 'Howards End'). With 'White Countess', he does what a director is supposed to do and immerses us in the story through great actors and powerful visual storytelling that will remind you why you like to go out to the movies. Plus he's a USC grad, so he's cool.
I can't wait for this year's upcoming film 'Paris, je t'aime' for many reasons, including the fact that Christopher Doyle shot one of the 20 segments. 'Paris' will screen at this year's Cannes, so stay tuned.
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