Tableau

This is a beautifully filmed movie that is well paced. It's a movie about the consequences of refusing to own your mistakes. I thought the film handled the subject matter in a thoughtful way balancing poignant drama with lighter more humorous moments. The scenery was gorgeous and the musical score artfully connected scenes supporting the plot throughout. I thought all the performances were terrific but especially notable to me were Sofia Smith as Nicole and Cade Gass as Alex. The film underscores well how our actions speak louder than our words as the story displays the unfolding tension between Nicole and her mother. A stunning directorial debut - I look forward to his future works with great anticipation.

I was very riveted to the screen by the powerful acting and believable storyline in Tableau. Nicole (Sofia Smith) did a wonderful job of conveying the powerful emotions that she was felt when her mother nonchalantly announced her affair. Without using words, her eyes and her expression drew me in and evoked compassion and heartache in that moment of disillusionment. This movie did a good job of portraying a scene that is so often played out in homes....one person acts selfishly and wants everyone to just "move on and forget about it". In Tableau, we get a glimpse at the inward turmoil and negative consequences experienced by Nicole, but we also see her rise up by moving on and seeking to care for and protect her sister.

First off, this movie is really beautifully shot. You can tell that so much intention went behind each scene's blocking, staging, framing, colors, etc. Lives up to its name in that way.

I really appreciated the raw (and I'd say, intentionally confounding) emotions on display- the movie represents the fickleness and messiness of relationships in a way that rings true and authentic.

However, I agree with some other reviews that the story sometimes felt like it could be a *bit* more refined- pacing felt too slow at times, and occasionally waterlogged by melodrama.

Overall, this is a short but sweet piece that moved me, and carries themes I enjoyed discussing with friends afterwards.

BONUS: if you are familiar with the gorgeous sights of Chapel Hill, NC, you'll get some fun nostalgia hits as watch this film :)

This movie is well acted, but no way deserves a 9/10. More like a generous 5.

Too much baggage. The main character has too much emotional baggage and is just comes out as a spoilt brat. I mean she comes from a privileged background has so many opportunities, and still mopes around.

She treats her boyfriend horribly and is just selfish. There is no real responsibility ever shown by her. I think she is just a self absorbed person just whining in her little head.

The mum is another annoying character that comes across as a spoilt child. No wonder the daughter is the way she is.

I think too many overly favourable reviews here.

This is an easy to watch movie that has plenty of funny and light hearted moments despite addressing an important topic of betrayal and the affect on inter-family relationships. After a brief affair, Nicole's mother tries to move on with life assuming everyone else can too. The movie does a nice job of examining the far-flung effects from the affair and the difficulties of repairing important relationships. Sofia Smith is excellent as Nicole, the college age daughter trying to protect her younger sister and having to deal with a Type-A mother and a lovable but feckless father. Sobering, thought-provoking and at times funny. Well worth a watch.