A few words about...™ The Tree of Life -- in Blu-ray - Page 2

Just my opinion, but I don't think it was Malick's intention to make "a war movie", it was more a movie about emotions, and contemplation of universal questions about our existence and motivations, during which war takes place, because war is a crucible of sorts for all those other issues.

I'll be curious to hear your thoughts on the film, Robert. 

 

Based on what I know about this film, it doesn't seem like one I might ordinarily like that much.  I get the impression that I might find things to like about it...but that I'll end up thinking the whole is less than the sum of its parts. 

 

The only Malick film I've ever seen is Thin Red Line and that didn't leave much of an impression on me.  But I don't think that really means much as to what I might think of this film. 

 

An interesting film to say the least.  It is probably one of the most visual films I have seen made in the last several years.  Furthermore, I can see why some would have some issues with it as it's not for everybody.  Anyhow, I'm still processing what I just viewed, but I can see some AA nominations coming from this film. 

 

Thanks.  I'm sure I'll be giving it a try someday. 

 

Nothing wrong with a film with great visuals and makes you think...even if it's not exactly one's cup of tea.