Excellent film! Truly superb acting by Joaquin Phoenix and Philip Seymour Hoffman (though PTA’s writing provides a pretty major assist). Really great characters, the Joaquin character in particular is someone you hate and feel sorry for simultaneously. I wanted to know a little more about the motivation of Hoffman’s character, but keeping it vague makes sense for the story. Speaking of the story, I found it deeply disturbing. This to me is way scarier than your average horror flick simply because it taps into stuff that actually exists. In some ways its subject has only gotten more and more relevant since its release in 2012. Young, toxic, insecure men with no direction in life that are subjecting themselves to anti-intellectualism? You could’ve released it during the past five years and it’d arguably be more relevant.
So many memorable scenes that really get to the heart of how cults are able to manifest themselves and survive. Cinematography is excellent, the music is … surprisingly chill for PTA? It’s definitely one of my favorites from him, though it’s one of those films that requires a little bit of film literacy and a mature understanding of the world in order to get and appreciate. Seeing some of the ratings on here doesn’t surprise me, it’s not nearly as accessible as Boogie Nights. Just know what kind of viewer you are going into it. If it doesn’t seem like your type of movie, I can guarantee that it won’t be your type of movie.
8.5/10
This movie is not for everyone, but people who do appreciate great cinematography will really love this film
Ahh, an expose of L. Ron Hubbard of Scientology.
When I first watched The Master I didn't really like it that much. I thought the movie was slow and kind of dull on my first viewing, but after re watching it for a second time, I really liked this movie and the film did grow on me after awhile.
Joaquin Phoenix, Amy Adams, and Philip Seymour Hoffman were absolutely brilliant in this movie, as I think this is the best I've ever seen from them. The cinematography was perfectly shot, the writing was great, and Paul Thomas Anderson directing was superb. The Master is a work of art.
I had to stop midway, I really disliked it.
Does not make any sense. But thats a requirement for any artsy-fartsy movie: to make zero sense.
Acting, music and cinematography are superb, though.
It just lacks a plot.
Philip i miss you... Masteeeerr
The Master was great. Joaquin Phoenix was unbelievably good, even if he was rather hard to understand in the opening scenes. Physically, he was incredible though, with his awkward gait, facial expressions and tics. That processing scene, dayum. As usual, a good performance by PSH and great direction by PTA, plus some really nice colour grading going on.
Excellent performances from both Joaquin Phoenix and Phillip Seymour Hoffman.
Thank god that's over.
The Master by Paul Thomas Anderson. In this film, we see some amazing performances by some very talented actors, most notably by Joaquin Phoenix ,who gives possibly the best performance of the year. His ability to transform into other characters surpasses the vast majority of Hollywood actors, and pairing him with an actor as great as Philip Seymour Hoffman makes for some amazing scenes. It's sad to know that we may never have any more performances from such a great actor, but this is a great movie to show your worth through.
The Cinematography was superb with the underlying tone of colours to either symbolise or to juxtapose the emotions being felt by the character at that present moment. Paul Thomas Anderson has again proved that he is on of the most versatile directors with a constant change in style while maintaining an artistic identity and cinematic style.
Now there's lots of films were actors are consistently able to portray characters, but it's written in such a way that the script provides an excuse for us to be shown an emotional power house from these characters. Add that to the ominous soundtrack, amazing cinematography, and cleverly delivered statements on religion,
Two hours and 17 minutes of my life that'll never take back :(
Wow did they ever blow a great cast on a crappy film.
How the weird Scientology cult started
""Leave your worries for a while. They'll still be there when you get back. Only memories are invited""ù
Phillip Seymour Hoffman was a titan.
"When we're in love we experience pleasure, and extreme pain."
I guess this is what art feels like when you watch it. Each frame is calculated and often I was left asking "what the hell was that?" Joaquin, Philip and Amy were all stellar yet frightening at times. Paul Thomas Anderson, you have a unique brain.
I didn’t understand it. What is this movie about ?
Freddie Quell (Joaquin Phoenix) es un marino que retorna a Estados Unidos después de la Segunda Guerra Mundial y no lo hace con la mente en buen estado; y entra a la vida de Lancaster Dodd (Philip Seymour Hoffman) el carismático líder de un culto cuasi religioso que propone entre sus seguidores mejorar sus vidas haciéndolos despertar a una nueva y feliz realidad por medio de la concientización de sus vidas pasadas. No sabemos si Freddie gozaba de buena salud mental antes de embarcarse al oriente, pero definitivamente no está nada bien a su regreso. Es un tipo fracasado que no está muy seguro de lo que quiere, alcohólico y que no está muy interesado a adaptarse a un trabajo estable. Su encuentro con Dodd le permite hallar un lugar en donde sentirse seguro, con gente que le dice “Todo está bien, te ayudaremos”, justo lo que necesitamos escuchar los perdedores.
El Culto que busca trascendencia espiritual tampoco parece ir a ninguna parte. Se trata de una novedad a la que le prestan interés algunos círculos de la clase alta pero no deja de ser una curiosidad pasajera, nadie los toma enserio, quizás sólo es un asunto serio para Dodd y su esposa Peggy (Amy Adams) que tiene más influencia en el culto de la que aparenta.
Toda la película parece ir a ninguna parte, no avanza y es un poco lenta. Aún así está toda el área visual. Desde la ambientación y diseño de vestuario, hasta la fotografía y corrección de color. Las actuaciones de Hoffman y Adams son muy buenas, pero quien realmente se destaca es Phoenix. Es un gran actor interpretando un gran papel en una película un poco floja, no me decepcionó pero tampoco cubrió mis expectativas.
ORIGINAL SCORE: 5/10 Really incredible acting. The movie just didn't interest me at all. RE-WATCHED: I don't why how i ended up watching it again (with almost 3 years between viewings) bit I'm glad I did. I don't know why I didn't take to it originally. The idea is a great set up and the character journeys as well as relationships really got me hooked this time 7/10
One common negative feedback comment is that people feel the movie had no point. I think the point is looking at the characters and their choices and then asking why they would make those choices.
Joaquin Pheonix may prety much be the best actor from his generation
Cinema Paco: Picture 5/5, Sound 4.5 / 5. Great performances and camera movements, the script has not convenced me
The plot is pretty uninteresting for being centered on a cult leader and a crazy man. Luckily the direction is great. Joaquin Phoenix and Philip Seymour Hoffman were both robbed of their oscars, Phoenix especially. His performance was one of the best in this century.
No importa que me expliques para mi esta historia siempre sera una mierda sin sentido alguno.
Altough the movie isn't on par with "There will be blood" and "Magnolia", Joaquin Phoenix acts just brilliantly. His performance is just one of the best I've ever seen in my life. Mr. Hoffman is, as always, great but hasn't got he charm of Joaquin. A shame the story has no real clue or pointe, the actors are the best asset to the movie.
I loved "Magnolia," a film which I inevitably compare all Paul Thomas Anderson's movies to, and this one comes up short. This is one of those movies that I think is going to be dissected for a long time. People are going to examine different aspects of it, and here's where I come down: This is purely a performance piece, and while the performances are very, very good, it falls short with some of the dialogue (which is still delivered impeccably and with feeling), character development, and direction. The acting nominations are well-deserved, but beware, if you're expecting more than you may be disappointed.
One of the worst film I've ever seen.
Ok ... wtf happened? I really don't see the point of this movie. Cool acting & atmosphere. Cool sequences and thoughts ... but absolutely 0 point to the movie. Save yourself the trouble and watch something more interesting.
Shout by bantenVIP OG 12BlockedParent2013-06-29T21:15:48Z
A very long movie which tells an uninteresting story with no point.