Michael Keaton as Riggan Thompson walking down the street with his superhero alterego flying behind him in Birdman
The 2010s was a fantastic decade for dramedies. While there are many who balk at the term for not sticking to one specific genre, they fail to realize that not everything is as streamlined as they’d like to think. Dramedies offer a window into many kinds of emotions on screen; the kind where you can find light in dark moments, use humor to cope with tragedy, and maintain a balance of feelings, whether the rating is G or R.
Unlike Up in the Air, which tied its recession setting into the film’s central storyline and themes, The Big Short took a more detailed approach into why this tumultuous event happened the way it did, starting with the 2007 housing market crash. While it does dive deep into direct explanations that sometimes feel like sitting in a classroom, the film is at its strongest when it comes to using humor to relate to the audience, mainly through the performances of the cast.
The performances and chemistry between Cooper and Lawrence were what made Silver Linings Playbook excel and resonate with audiences. With this film as well as The Hunger Games under her belt, 2012 became a career-making year for Lawrence. Along with the supporting performances of Robert De Niro, Jackie Weaver, and Chris Tucker, they helped elevate Silver Linings Playbook into more than just an average romantic comedy. There's heartbreak, but also humor.
BlackKklansman is a powerfully provocative film that makes audiences face the uncomfortable truths of racism in America, building up to its powerful ending. Without revealing any spoilers, it informs you that despite what happens, these issues will remain relevant. That’s Spike Lee in a nutshell, unapologetically throwing the truth in your face and doing a great job of it. BlackKklansman also excels in keeping a consistent tone from beginning to end.
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