I had not seen a single trailer or advertisement for Tar. All I knew is that it starred Cate Blanchett as a conductor. This is perhaps the most patient and subtle film of the year. Blanchett delivers yet another fantastic performance. There was a lot of physicality to it, especially during the conducting scenes. The direction, writing, and cinematography were all very "First Reformed Esque". This film is without a doubt a slow-burn. From my interpretation, the overarching theme of the film was the idea of the "self-destructive artist". It raises questions about whether or not if we want to produce art for the sake of integrity or greed.
Review of Tár
