Live Flesh (1997)
1997
R
103 Minutes
A scorned ex-convict forces himself into the lives of the couple who put him behind bars.
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Lust and desires clash in Pedro Almodovar's dramatic Live Flesh. Taking place over the span of twenty years or so, we follow Victor Plaza who is born on a bus late at night in 70s Madrid. Years later, Victor has a run-in with a past one-night stand and the police, leading to dire consequences for all involved. Through the film, we see the events that took place so long ago have a ripple effect into many lives.
Live Flesh is directed very well. Every shot is focsued, almost like a perfect symphony of frames. The acting is also impressive, particularly Javier Bardem who convnced me completely of his paralysis. However, the story itself was a tad melodramatic for me. It was engaging but I never felt it was anything more than a good yarn.0 member like this review.
