POSITIVES…
Premise covers such a powerful topic and a strong social commentary of the fragility of economic stability, and the spirit of living a nomadic life.
Narrative for this story was almost like it could very well have just been a documentary. The background history of Empire, Nevada, as told in the opening is a true story after all.
Monologues. There are some really good ones here.
Frances McDormand is powerfully nuanced in her role as Fern.
David Strathairn is solid as always, as his character Dave.
Real life nomads Linda May, Swankie, Derek Endres, and Bob Wells, were an excellent addition and resource for this movie.
Vanguard the Van really is like a character on it's own.
There are lots of little scenes, montages, vignettes, nature filled visuals, intimate moments, that are beautifully shared with us.
“I’m not homeless, I’m just houseless.”
There's a lot of important knowledge that you can learn just from watching this film.
Evocative, insightful, and emotional.
Is this a story about survival? Sure. It's also a movie about life, humanity, and nature.
NEGATIVES…
The narrative can feel a little aimless.
Considering the premise of this film, some people might find this boring.
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