Carter is based on a gimmick: that it all takes place in a single take. It obviously doesn’t, but to achieve that effect, director Byung-gil Jung relies on migraine-inducing camerawork and editing as well as some truly awful visual effects. It’s a shame because Carter has some cool ideas and incredible stunts, and lead actor Joo Won gives a committed performance (even and especially when he’s wearing nothing but a G-string). I’m actually kind of mad at the waste of time and talent this movie represents.
My Cultural Diet
438 reviews of movies, TV shows, books, restaurants, etc. My own private Goodreads, Letterboxd, and Yelp all rolled into one (more info). Star ratings are 100% subjective, non-scientific, and subject to change. May contain affiliate links, which support Opus.
This cautionary tale about technology run amok is joyless and heavy-handed, two words I never thought I’d associate with a Jean-Pierre Jeunet film.