Review: Demolition

I did not know what to expect with this. I wanted to see it as I like really like Vallee's previous work such as Wild and Dallas Buyers Club and Jake Gyllenhaal was the lead. I really like Gyllenhaal. The choice of his films does have a lot of variety. But he always seems to shine in his roles.

By the end of it, I did not want the movie to end. It has been a whilesince that has happened.

When you break it down, the film sounds pretty odd. Yet, it remains to be compelling viewing and I was overwhelmed by it. It is one of those films that you just don't realise will entertain you despite the plot not sounding like something that would. While the film does go off into weird and off-beat tangents. It still felt natural and managed to not detract me from my overall enjoyment and it ended up being a pleasant surprise.

The performances were pretty good on the whole. Gyllenhaal as the lead is fantastic. You can tell he is having a lot of fun with this role and the dialogue that he is being given. With all the brilliant performances lately, Gyllenhaal is slowly becoming my favourite actor today. His on-screen relationship with Naomi Watss was believable and her performance really helped move the film along. Youngster Judah Lewis was great and his scenes with Gyllenhaal were the best bits of the film. The only other performance worth mentioning was Chris Cooper. An understated performance but one worth praising.

The terrific script manages to make these characters really likable in an odd sort of way. The dialogue gives us so many random and awkward conversations and discussion topics that manage to captivating viewing that sometimes end with hilarious results.

This ended up being a pleasant surprise and a film that I would happily own. Vallee and his team continue to impress me. The style of editing he has in his films manages to make us appreciate his vision with all of his chosen projects.

There are many great individual scenes in this film and managed to join together really well. The cast is terrific lead by another memorable performance by Gyllenhaal. You can feel the heart and passion in the making of this weirdly wonderful story. Whilst some of the film might make you heavy-hearted. There is a lot in here that will elevate your spirit. It has the perfect mix of being both amusing and moving.

Rating: 8/10