Alejandro González Iñárritu, the man behind the film Amores Perros (2000), brings another riveting tale of three characters whose lives are interconnected and ultimately changed through an dreadful accident.  The film offers the audience reflection upon the grief caused by several emotional states such as love, anger, and guilt, which follows the accident.  Despite the similarities in 21 Grams and Amores Perros, Iñárritu rejuvenates the idea and displays outstanding directorial skills as he offers the audience an innovative cinematic experience.

21 Grams is told in a fragmented storyline which encourages the audience to ponder the theme and messages of the film.  This fragmented storyline displays first-class editing as it, at an initial glance, seems erratic and difficult to follow, but as the storyline jumps back and forth it offers small glimpses of recollection that encourages thoughtful interaction with the film.  The cinematography, mise-en-scene, and editing are outstanding as they elevate the emotional turmoil that the characters are experiencing.  All the cinematic aspects of making a film are brought together by Iñárritu and he offers the world a brilliant cinematic experience.

DIRECTED BY

Alejandro González Iñárritu

COUNTRY

USA

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