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This drama about a gay black teenager with an addict for a mom and only one friend was quite mesmerising despite the lack of a clear plot. In fact, after about 20 minutes I felt like the characters had really been sufficiently established and that it was time for a story to emerge. Yet, the camera stays a passive observer in the life of Chiron and no clear plot ever emerges, which led to a distinct lack of a tension arc. Despite this, the film somehow still managed to keep me interested. The structure was that of a play in 3 acts, and indeed, I think this would work well on a stage. The snapshots of a disadvantaged American life were atmospheric and expressive, creating a unique emotional landscape. Throughout it all, terrific actors led the way. All three incarnations of Chiron were excellent choices, though Trevante Rhodes stands out with his incredibly performance, understated yet bursting with unspoken things.
The film was also well-directed and edited. The sets were chosen with care and the team working on the technical end of things was clearly very competent. Lighting, make-up, props,… it was all good. The score was beautiful, too. An interesting piece of work and a realistic glimpse into a culture many of us have no idea about. 3/5
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