Wild Tales

— I really enjoyed “Wild Tales” and it seemed like everyone else did too. There was plenty of laughter at all the right times and applause when the film ended, a sure sign I wasn’t the only person having a good time. It’s a well crafted and slightly wicked time from Argentinian Damian Szifron. Pedro and Agustin Almodovar are listed among the producers, providing a clue as to the general tone of the six stories, all standing on their own but linked by a common theme of vengeance. Yes, the stories are a little outrageous and dark, but that’s half the fun. Some are sweeter revenge than others, but they’re all great as we witness the craziness normally held in check but fueled by rebellious hearts with trampled souls pushed too far. It’s a bit excessive but delightful. One of the best times I’ve had in a theater this year.

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[2014. 122 min. Written and directed by Damian Szifron. Starring Dario Grandinetti, Maria Marull, Rita Cortese, Julieta Zylberberg, Leonardo Sbaraglia, Walter Donado, Ricardo Darin, Nancy Duplaa, Oscar Martinez, Erica Rivas, and Diego Gentile.]
http://www.theguardian.com/film/2015/mar/26/wild-tales-relatos-salvajes-review