As an epic
film, Noah is classy enough to appeal to fans of grand, sweeping
stories. It’s the kind of movie epic lovers will find intriguing and won’t mind
revisiting. I waited patiently to see this film, and when I finally did, I was
met with a mix of excitement and thrill. The movie delves into the personal
struggles Noah faces and the trials his family endures as they witness the
world around them collapsing. The screams of the desperate, the chaos of the
flood, and the emotional weight of their journey kept me engaged throughout.
The plot centers
around the biblical story of Noah, whom God calls to build an ark and gather
pairs of every animal to survive a catastrophic flood meant to cleanse the
earth of humanity’s corruption. Noah’s family is tasked with joining him on
this journey, but the emotional toll of watching others perish while they
survive is a heavy burden to bear. The film does a great job of portraying
Noah’s internal conflict—his unwavering faith in God’s plan, coupled with his
fear and uncertainty about where that plan will lead.
One of the
standout aspects of the movie is its acting. Jennifer Connelly, once again,
proves her mastery of the silver screen. This marks the second time I’ve seen
her co-star with Russell Crowe, and just like their mesmerizing performances
in A Beautiful Mind (2001), they deliver equally compelling chemistry
here. Crowe’s portrayal of Noah is intense and layered, capturing the
character’s moral dilemmas and spiritual struggles with depth. The supporting
cast, including Emma Watson, Logan Lerman, and Anthony Hopkins, also adds to
the film’s emotional resonance.
While the
special effects weren’t groundbreaking, they were effective enough to convey
the scale and gravity of the story. The ark itself is a marvel to behold, and
the flood sequences are both awe-inspiring and terrifying. The visual effects
team did a solid job of bringing this ancient tale to life, even if it didn’t
reach the heights of some modern blockbusters.
One controversy
surrounding the film was the lack of racial diversity, particularly the absence
of Black characters. As a Black person myself, I understand and appreciate the
importance of representation in media. However, this wasn’t a major issue for me
personally. My primary concern with the movie was the creative liberties taken
with the biblical story. The filmmakers remixed the narrative a bit too much,
adding elements and subplots that weren’t in the original text. While this made
for an engaging cinematic experience, it could mislead viewers unfamiliar with
the Bible into thinking this is how the story actually goes.
Despite these issues, Noah is a fun and thought-provoking film that’s worth watching. If you haven’t seen it yet, I recommend giving it a chance. It’s a visually stunning and emotionally charged retelling of one of the most iconic stories in human history.
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