Ida

Sometimes I have to argue with people that say that film is not a form of art but a mere form of entertainment. Well, if it were for movies like Transformers or Tammy, I would have to sadly shut up and agree, but the truth is that there are still some very artistic pieces out there that still manage to make it to theaters and marvel us. It only takes a little more research and a less modern theater to be able to watch them. (Shameful). 

Luckily we have films like Ida. This film follows the story of a young WW II orphan novice, who, before taking her vows, decides to go along her jewish/alcoholic/communist aunt to find the truth of her roots and her past. 

This polish movie,  which has won several awards in Europe and has finally made to theaters in the US, is one of the most visually outstanding films I've seen this year.

The photography is simply wonderful and the set design is really worth paying attention to. The whole thing is so well done that you completely forget you are watching a black and white film (which I'm not a big fan of). Believe me, this film is so beautiful that you just have to let yourself surrender to the breathtaking shots and admire the art. 

I have to say that the film is a bit slow (typical eastern European) but the great characters (specially the tormented alcoholic aunt) and the dark sense of humor dialogues make up for the slow pace. 

This is definitely a film full of beauty, full of details and originality. A film every real art lover should watch.