2.5

1001 Grams

Drama


 

A scientist works with weights, carefully calibrated and stored, much like her own emotions.

"1001 Grams" has a simple minimalist style, and its glimpse into the world of people who dedicate their careers to validating weights is quite interesting. The director's artistry is most evident visually, with the camera capturing the landscape with geometric precision and to stunning effect. Some audiences might find it difficult to warm to this movie though as the characters persist as annoyingly impenetrable. Interpersonal interactions are so measured that the overall tone is melancholic even in the lighter scenes. Underweight.

Anne Murphy

MIFF 2015
93 mins




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