The Last Night - Beyond Good and Evil
The Last Night - Beyond Good and Evil

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The Last Night - Beyond Good and Evil

2022
Movie
30 min
Hungarian

Two security guards are holding a job interview in their downstairs office at a prominent club in Budapest while the Saturday night party is at full blast upstairs. A former arm-wrestling champion, Jani is applying to become a bouncer. The interview backfires and shortly afterwards a drunk girl falls victim of an incident on the dance floor. The stakes become higher when it turns out who she really is.

Insights

IMDb7.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes91%
Metacritic82/100
Google Users88%
Director: Damien ChazelleGenres: Drama, Music, Mystery

Plot Summary

In the chaotic world of 1920s Hollywood, a silent film production studio struggles to transition to the new medium of 'talkies.' Amidst lavish parties and societal upheaval, a diverse group of ambitious artists and actors navigate love, ambition, and the end of an era. Their lives intertwine and unravel as the industry faces an unprecedented technological shift, threatening to leave many behind.

Critical Reception

The film was met with widespread critical acclaim, with many praising its ambitious scope, stunning visuals, and powerful performances. Critics lauded Damien Chazelle's direction for capturing the hedonism and grit of the era, though some found the runtime to be excessive.

What Reviewers Say

  • Visually spectacular and thematically rich exploration of Hollywood's transitional period.

  • Exceptional performances from the ensemble cast, particularly Pitt and Robbie.

  • While lengthy, the film's energy and narrative drive are undeniable.

Google audience: Audiences largely appreciated the film's stunning cinematography and dramatic performances, finding it an immersive and captivating depiction of early Hollywood. Some viewers felt the pacing could be uneven, but most agreed it was a memorable cinematic experience.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for 7 Academy Awards including Best Picture, Best Actor (Brad Pitt), Best Actress (Margot Robbie), and Best Director. Won Best Production Design.

Fun Fact

The elaborate party sequences were filmed using practical effects and hundreds of extras to authentically recreate the decadent atmosphere of 1920s Hollywood parties.

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