If I'm thankful to the Oscars,it is for the astonishingly amazing cinematic work that I am privileged to watch because of them.One such movie,that didn't get its due despite being nominated,was Extremely loud and Incredibly close.
Daldry doesn't take chances as he takes in two Oscar winners into his film.Tom Hanks plays a small role as the father who meets his end due the September Eleven attacks.Though brief,his role is significant,as a father who teaches his son,all the essential and challenging lessons of life. Sandra Bullock assumes the role of the grieving mother,who struggles to build a relationship with her son,after their tragic loss.However,the film doubtlessly belongs to the young wonder,Thomas Horn,who floors us with his ingenuous acting abilities.Horn,in his depiction of a smart,meticulous boy,suffering from a borderline Sensory Perceptual Disorder,is spellbinding.This was a performance that went unnoticed by the Oscars.
Daldry's new venture,explores the complex yet genius psyche of young Oscar Schell,who fights long and hard to cope with his father's death,a figure he looked up to,and almost worshipped.
What amazes me is how Daldry captures Oskar's every flicker of emotion,as he tries to reach out to his father by means of a mysterious key.Another brief,but brilliant performance that is sure to blow you away is of Max Von Sydow.Where was he all this while?Why haven't I heard of his work before? His powerful portrayal of Oskar's mute and eccentric grandfather was definitely Oscar worthy.
Daldry like his previous works,succeeds in making another masterpiece,with a fabulous soundtrack by the legendary rock band,U2.It is a heart-rending film that will remind you to love your parents,because no matter what happens,they will always be the ones looking out for you.
Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close is therefore,a movie that should definitely go down in cinema history.
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