Saturday, January 1, 2011

Review of Black Swan

Black Swan is a film obsessed with the orgasm. Every scene in this movie pushes towards the inevitable ecstasy of the little death. Natalie Portman embodies the trembling tension of innocence pulled in all directions. From the very first scene it is established that her character Nina is a possessed creature. Possessed by her Mother. Possessed by her Director. Possessed by her own naive ambition. Even though she is perfect in technique she is lacking in abandon, she cannot find the release she needs. Even when she physically experiences orgasm, its effect is sullied by circumstances around her. She auditions for the part of the Swan Queen in Swan Lake, but to perform this role, she must play both the innocent and restrained White Swan, and the wild and abandoned Black Swan. The whole movies is about the tension between these two roles and every feminine relationship in this movie is a derivative of this tension. So, just like any good orgasm it builds and builds and finally releases in a (Excuse the pun) swan song of epic release. Even though Natalie Portman is the star,both Mila Kunis and Barbara Hershey are amazing in supporting roles. Darren Aronofsky is known for his bold endings, and this film is no exception. So, if you are looking for a cute film about Ballet...this may not be the one for you, but if you want insight into the tension within the artists soul and the darkness that is inherent in the creative process, then definitely see this film.

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