Quickie: Vicky Cristina Barcelona
Vicky Christina Barcelona (2008)–***1/2
Quickie Review
Vicky: …you’re trying to lose yourself in empty sex.
Juan Antonio: Empty sex? Do you have such a low opinion of yourself?
Two American tourists on vacation in Barcelona get caught up in love affair with an artist and his unstable ex-wife. This scrumptious and entertaining drama from aging auteur Woody Allen woes the audience with its uber-sexy cast and beautiful locales. Once we are engaged, Allen works his magic, challenging us with complex relationships, celebrating sexual liberation, and making us laugh a little in the process. It’s not classic Woody, but watching the director work with his latest muse, Scarlett Johansson (as Cristina), and an international all-star cast shows there are still some new tricks in this old dog. Also starring Javier Bardem, Penelope Cruz, Patricia Clarkson, and Rebecca Hall as Vicky.
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