The Aerialist

This film is a sequel to The Gymnast from 2006. Dreyer Weber is back in the role of Jane who now, 14 years later, travels around and directs aerial acrobatics. She's coming back to her hometown to put on a new show. Her ex-husband has just died and she gets her friend, Serena, to drive her to the house. It was Serena she left her husband in favor of in the Gymnast. And so there are many things that show back in the past, but there are also new girlfriends and friends. For me, it was wonderful to see these characters again.

Okay, so as usual we all know where the 9 & 10 ratings are coming from! This movie was beyond boring. I paused it at 54:46 just to write this review and I don't think I want to watch the rest of it!

It is not comparable to The Gymnast. Acting is terrible, overdramatized, and forced. Trying way to hard to be serious, sensual, and important.

Instead It is more concerned about creating some deep movie.

Turned it off. Snooze fest.

I loved the way the rich story unfolded and wove the subplots. Exquisitely directed, edited and acted. The diverse cast is wonderful and the behind the scenes look at the pop industry is fascinating and revealing. A brilliant portrayal by Dreya Weber, who leads a family of performers threatened by greed, ageism and injury. Highly recommend to those who appreciate mature complex filmmaking.

I loved this movie. The true artistry in the story telling, acting, and physicality is apparent throughout the film. The lives of the characters were so complex and interesting and absolutely glued me to the film. It touches on so many topics in the field of aerial performance, the business of the industry, aging, injury, and what it means to be family, written and performed by people with extensive experience in these areas. The ending is so touching and surprising, it will leave you feeling warm and appreciative of those around you. There is something in this movie for everyone. Watch it!