This film is politically charged. In some ways it's so over-the-top and anti-capitalism, anti-government, anti-everything that is offers some deep conversations, if you're willing to let it have that affect on you. For example, there is a fascinating scene, that I really enjoyed, where young teen boys ask how their aunt died. Their parents respond in a very politically correct way, avoiding that she killed herself. However, Viggo (husband of the lady who committed suicide) blatantly tells the boys what happened. This film is filled with moments like this: culture makes sure everything is clean, but life is not clean and people (children as well) should know that. The film is good for that reason. But then the film will anger you. It seems very purposeful every time it happens. The acting is so good, and makes you wonder the backgrounds of each of the actors because they really understood this anti-everything life.
Captain Fantastic
Reviewed
Mon. 11/28/16
Captain Fantastic
A unique and disturbing experience
Reviewed By: Steven Siwek
Viewing Environment:
DVD or Streaming >27in
Viewing Crew:
Family
Times Watched:
1
Genre:
Drama
Payment Method:
Stream/Netflix
Review:
Acting
The acting was very good. This is a back-handed compliment, but it was like every character was playing themselves, because you really have to understand your role to be good at it.
Morality
Disturbing. There is no absolute truth for them, Christianity is laughable to each of them (young children included), and there is a constant looseness to the film that disrupts my spirit.
Music
Different, but good.
Story
This is a very unique film, and for that I give it a 3 kernel, but the story has some major holes and struggles that leave me questioning the reasoning for the film.
Visuals
Very beautiful. Great angles. Can't go wrong with the PNW!
Kernel Factor
I hated this film, but I liked it enough to watch it. It raised up questions in me, and although I wish I could have the time back there's something I enjoyed about watching it.
