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DN LFF2010: Blue Valentine – Derek Cianfrance
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Blue Valentine tells the story of a young couple as they’re approaching the end of their relationship whilst cutting seamlessly from past to present. The past, shot hand held on Super 16mm shows us the beginning of Dean and Cindy’s relationship, full of romance and hope, we see clips set over several weeks as they fall in love. We catch up with them in the present, set in 24 hours and effectively the day that leads to the failure of their marriage. Michelle Williams and Ryan Gosling put in magnificent performances as the story’s protagonists. Beautifully captured by cinematographer Andrij Parekh and sound tracked by Grizzly Bear, Blue Valentine is currently standing as one of my favourite films of the year.
I managed to grab a quick interview with director Derek Cianfrance to discuss the film and some of the methods and techniques he used throughout shooting.
I wanted the film to feel visceral so that when the characters were moving the cameras were moving; you’re actually in the flesh and blood of these characters.
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Author: Danni Lizaitis
Apart from a love of baking and cats, Danni enjoys film and all it’s wonderful paraphernalia. She dabbles in the craft of filmmaking herself and is currently living the student high life in London. Never ask her to pick any kind of favourite; she actually cannot do it. Twitter: @Dannilizaitis
Tags: Blue Valentine, Derek Cianfrance, Drama, Feature, Film Festival, Interview, LFF2010, London Film Festival Discussion
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