Inside Llewyn Davis

I am so glad that I had the opportunity to see one of my most anticipated films of the year in an early screening at Lisbon and Estoril Film Festival. I really admire the Coen Brothers work and I couldn't wait to see it. When I heard that Inside Llewyn Davis was opening the Festival I ran to the ticket offices to buy my ticket. Inside Llewyn Davis left me full of different emotions throughout the story. I was happy, I was sad, I was frustrated, I was moved, it broked my heart but also made me laugh hard sometimes! I almost can't explain exactly how much I loved it. Llewyn Davis is a frustrated folk singer, he can't succeed in his career and nobody seems to care about him and his love for what he does. He tries not to be a loser but life complicates his path. Looks like failure is meant to be always present in his life. Oscar Isaac has a terrific performance and omg that man can sing! He fills your heart with his voice. All of the scenes where he sings are just perfect, so so beautiful. The cinematography turns everything into something gorgeous to look at, especially the scenes where Isaac sings. It's almost like he were singing just for you. The supporting performances are very strong, particularly Carey Mulligan, a fantastic actress that never disappoints and the great Jonh Goodman that shines, as always, in all the scenes where he is at. He has the most funny role in the film. The dialogues between his character and Llewyn are just hilarious. The folk soundtrack is just excellent, I loved all of the songs. Inside Llewyn Davis is a film about music and a music career but above all is a film about a man and his complexities. Thank you Joel Coen and Ethan Coen for another fantastic piece of cinema and for all the emotions you provided me.

This was great. While the film holds a doom and gloom sort of mood throughout, it still finds room to be smart, funny and heartful. The amount of depht this film presents combined with it's musical appearances creates an enjoyable atmosphere that drags you along despite its slow pace.