Duke of Burgundy starts off really interesting and it was enjoying watching the story unfold. But the second half of the film fails to inspire any intrigue and the acting is pretty shallow. I didn't feel for any of the characters.
I disagree with other reviewers that the film showed anything about relationships. I found the relationships simplified and frankly unrealistic.
However, the otherworldly feel of the film is incredibly well done. The pace is at times perfect, slow enough to be intriguing without becoming boring and overall I had a good feel during the first half. But in the end, the style of the film really just covers the failings in the story and acting, making a terrible film into an okay one.
Watch if you're into otherworldly films exploring slightly odd relationships. Don't expect much depth. Expect things that don't quite make sense and can't be placed.
I disagree with other reviewers that the film showed anything about relationships. I found the relationships simplified and frankly unrealistic.
However, the otherworldly feel of the film is incredibly well done. The pace is at times perfect, slow enough to be intriguing without becoming boring and overall I had a good feel during the first half. But in the end, the style of the film really just covers the failings in the story and acting, making a terrible film into an okay one.
Watch if you're into otherworldly films exploring slightly odd relationships. Don't expect much depth. Expect things that don't quite make sense and can't be placed.