Review of Norman

Norman (IV) (2019)
8/10
One of the most original films I've seen in a while
14 February 2021
Warning: Spoilers
Before I watched this movie, I didn't know it was made by amateur photographers. It was really well made and the story is so moving. Actors are well kept and intriguing at times and the story arc of the main protagonist is really something to be excited about. The props that they have used on this film reminds me of Tom Cruise's Oblivion without the unrealistic space craft and weapons. The film mostly happens at home (SPOILER!) but it's OK but it was very relatable since we are all at home anyway. The color grading of the film with an orange hue all through out is something that is very special since most of the films nowadays looks like it's been color graded too much it looks very cartoonish. The script (and the voice actors) are just a thrill to listen to. Very smart and elusive.

And what a surprise knowing that this film was only created in 2 years (or was it 3?) by non-filmmakers in their backyard. I read their story and was really inspired to be one of them someday. How many people on this world can follow their dreams and be more than they ever think of? Hope they could make a sequel or better yet a different movie with different story. I really don't mind if they retain the same characters. Hollywood are so sellout these days they only think about what actors would be watched by the people and not care about the story at all.

Kudos to the people who were involved on this film. What a masterpiece you guys did!
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