Violence is a language as valid as any other. That's what it shows us Nicolas Winding Refn with "Only God Forgives»Which comes to Spain thanks to the Sitges Festival.
This new film from the director of "Drive" shows us characters who only communicate through violence, either verbal or physical, as in most cases in the film.
Winding Refn retells Ryan Gosling so that he remains impassive in front of the camera with an expressionless face, although this time it cannot be said that the American actor is the main character of the film, since the protagonism steals him Vithaya Pansringarm who, also with an almost expressionless performance, can remind us of the best times of Takeshi Kitano in front of the camera.
Also noteworthy is the role of Kristin Scott-Thomas that shows us its most violent side, in this case verbally speaking.
But if it shines for something «Only God Forgives»It is neither because of its performances nor its script, which leaves a lot to be desired, that the film is really remarkable is in the atmosphere it creates, especially with the photography of Larry smith and with the music of Cliff Martinez, both applauded at the Sitges Festival after their names appeared in the final credits.
A visually and musically overwhelming film but not suitable for viewers who need a solid argument to support themselves.
More information - Three new videos of "Only God Forgives"