If you want to see a film about love, loss, grief and destiny, Der Krieger und die Kaiserin is the film for you. Director Tom Tykwer blends all these elements seamlessly, creating an original vision of humanity that is seldom seen in Hollywood-produced films.
The acting is terrific. Franka Potente makes us sympathize with Sissi's loneliness and the rut she is stuck in. Benno Fürmann has an intense presence on screen, combining passion with extreme vulnerability. The two share great chemistry on screen.
The cinematography and camera work are very unique. All three of Tykwer's films I have seen - Lola rennt, Der Krieger und die Kaiserin and Heaven - show how much he loves aerial shots. There are also some unique shots in this film, which make us feel we are right there with the characters.
This film is a true work of art. I give it a 10/10.
The acting is terrific. Franka Potente makes us sympathize with Sissi's loneliness and the rut she is stuck in. Benno Fürmann has an intense presence on screen, combining passion with extreme vulnerability. The two share great chemistry on screen.
The cinematography and camera work are very unique. All three of Tykwer's films I have seen - Lola rennt, Der Krieger und die Kaiserin and Heaven - show how much he loves aerial shots. There are also some unique shots in this film, which make us feel we are right there with the characters.
This film is a true work of art. I give it a 10/10.