WHAT MOTIVATED ME TO TAKE THIS UPLIFTING PLUNGE?????
Well, noting that BEYOND is a Brazilian Production... I thought to myself.... "Hmmmmm.... I have seen a number of Brazilian movies... and they usually reflect high production values and tend to be entertaining... So... I decided to watch! With 2 Hours invested, I was handsomely rewarded with a heartwarming 8* Star experience, with its own unique signature spin!
However, I certainly wish I could say that the Brazilian actors who participated were familiar to me and therefore could be compared to performances rendered in other films. Sadly, that is not the case. But based strictly on my viewing of BEYOND, here is my sincere evaluation:
First off, I am completely baffled that as I author this, a scant 3 reviews have been posted! Mine will be ONLY the fourth! To the very best of my recollection, there is nothing else available on NETFLIX with such a paltry selection of reviews available to read! IMDb shows a 6.6 rating. I am honestly surprised it is not rated OVER 7*!
Usually, I prefer to watch material in the language in which it was produced and released. However, In the case of BEYOND, I chose to view it in SPANISH. (Just didn´t feel like 2 Hours of dealing with Subtitles!) Here, everything revolves around 2 central characters. Gabriel (Henrique Zaga), a Resident at a local Hospital, and Nina (Jiulia Be), a budding Concert. Pianist, who suffers from a chronic serious medical condition! Interestingly, the only other substantive role is fleshed out by Director Diego Freitas, who has cast himself as Gabriel´s amiable gay roommate, Vlad.
Without giving too much away, You can easily imagine how these 2 characters meet and get acquainted in the early scenes of the film. BEYOND provides the viewer with a credible, unforced window into the professional trials and tribulations of both of these protagonists! We are witness to a beautiful and endearing cinematic depiction of their growing romantic entanglement.
Certainly I found This film quite enjoyable,,, With a slightly bittersweet aftertaste! Hopefully, what I have shared with You here will motivate You to see BEYOND Yourself! I am SURE You will be glad You Did! ENJOY!!!
