Brando with a Glass Eye

BRANDO WITH A GLASS EYE This movie really is as unique as they come. I've never seen a film that strikes such a fine balance between wacky, gritty and bazaar.

A journey of redemption packaged in a character portrayal that will leave you constantly guessing about the next twist and turn.

Even so, my favorite part of this little gem is the number of layers it seamlessly keeps unraveling.

If you like your films with hidden intellectualism permeating throughout the dialogue, then you really need to see this sophisticated yet complex masterpiece; it will leave you breathless and it will leave you begging for more.

What an extraordinary piece of cinema. The film is audacious and wildly original - a disarming fusion of art-house intimacy and genre bravado, carried by a magnetic, star-making performance. Luca's journey is at once absurd and poignant; memory, masculinity, and myth unravel from him in threads, only to be restitched through sharp writing and surreal flair. It's brave, chaotic, razor-smart - and completely unforgettable.

I had no idea what to expect, but the title and synopsis were intriguing enough to draw me to the theatre. It's honestly hard to believe this is a debut project. The film is finely crafted venturing out of text book approaches enough to keep you perpetually engaged but not so much as to be alienating. Great locations, subtle and interesting cinematography, clever script, committed performances and an overall edgy, and sometimes endearingly quirky, premise. I wish I could say even half of this for what comes out of Hollywood and the mainstream nowadays. This is the sort of creative endeavour we should be focusing our attention on instead of wasting it with mass consumer entertainment.

Brando with a Glass Eye is an exquisite piece of film making. The acting was superb. The lead embodied his role with the flawless balance of skill and instinct. The screenplay was beautiful, nuanced and kept me guessing. The production design, colour grading, editing, film score, sound design were all superb. The cinematography was exquisite. Such a beautiful use of the camera, at times I felt like a voyeur. I would love to sit with the director to discuss his film from its initial conception to fruition. Well done to the entire cast and crew. It takes courage to make such a film! I can't wait to see what these film makers produce next!

I absolutely love this film for its uniqueness, bravery, and the profound journey it offers to cinema and acting enthusiasts. This film stands apart from anything I've seen, inviting us on a wild and wacky journey that, if embraced, becomes a deeply rewarding experience. Its layers of complexity are both profound and captivating.

The film's narrative centers around Luca, a method actor in Athens with a burning passion and an undying dream to study Method Acting in New York. Faced with the challenge of funding his American dream, Luca, alongside his brother, daringly plots a heist. However, their plan spirals out of control when Luca accidentally shoots a passerby named Ilias. The plot thickens as Luca, ridden with guilt, visits Ilias in the trauma ward and forges a friendship, all while concealing his true identity. This unexpected bond between two starkly different individuals weaves an intricate and compelling story that unfolds-or rather, interlaces-before our eyes.

Antonis Tsonis, the Writer-Director, masterfully delves into the psychology and techniques of a method actor, offering a rare glimpse behind the curtains of this intense acting form. His direction brings to life the unseen intricacies of an actor's world, leaving the audience on the edge of their seats with anticipation.

I had the pleasure of experiencing this visually stunning masterpiece at the Slamdance Film Festival in Park City, Utah. The big screen truly did justice to the film's aesthetic beauty and artistic composition.

Brando with a glass eye is not just a film; it's an exploration of the depths of acting and the human psyche. It's a must-see for anyone who appreciates the art of cinema, the complexity of character development, and the beauty of an unexpected friendship.