Over at Cannes both David Cronenberg and his son Brandon have debuted new film, and apparently the son is following in his father’s footsteps. Brandon Cronenberg has a body horror film called ‘Antiviral’ that’s gotten some nice, if reserved, word so far. As for the elder Cronenberg, his highly anticipated flick ‘Cosmopolis’ has been seen, and the early reviews are incredibly mixed. Some thing it’s a return to form of sorts for the director, while others were rather disappointed. After the jump you can see what some of the reactions have been, but I don’t think this is surprising at all (Cronenberg is always divisive). What’s somewhat surprising is that Brandon’s film has been slightly better received overall than David’s. Anyway, check out the festival buzz on ‘Cosmopolis’ below…
Once again culling from the world of Twitter (via Matt Singer’s great post here on Criticwire), here’s what a few of my fellow critics think of the film:
Xan Brooks, The Guardian:
“Blown away by ‘Cosmopolis’ at Cannes. A film of cool, diamond brilliance. Perfectly fitted, a tale for the times. Note to jurors: this one.”
Simon Abrams, Press Play:
“‘Cosmopolis’: An exceptional adaptation, slightly but saliently different and very well-paced. Give ‘em the Palme! A.”
Michael Phillips, Chicago Tribune:
“Just saw Cronenberg’s elegantly lifeless DeLillo adaptation of ‘Cosmopolis.’ I’ve begun to dread ANY #Cannes2012 competition film in English.”
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I don’t know if it’s that surprising that Brandon is getting better reviews. David has a reputation, fan-base, resume to back hype and prestige. So his films are always a feature commodity rather than Brandon who is just getting started.
GL(Quote) (Reply)
Wouldn’t that instead lend to David getting fans to enjoy his work, as opposed to Brandon who has to live up to all that as well?
Joey Magidson(Quote) (Reply)
I never had this one really pegged as an Oscar player, but I’m certainly interested in seeing it…Antiviral as well.
Joey Magidson(Quote) (Reply)
Polarizers are interesting.
Rohit Ramachandran(Quote) (Reply)
Oftentimes, yes.
Joey Magidson(Quote) (Reply)