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What is 'Babylon'? Babylon 2022 Film Review, starring Margot Robbie, Brad Pitt, Diego Calva, Jovan Adepo & Toby Maguire

Babylon 2022 


Nowadays there are only several films that hook me up to the end. And Babylon is one of them. 
  Now I don't know why Babylon didn't perform at the so-called box office so much and became a flop. But in my opinion, it is a love letter to the cinema, a dedicated appreciation, a celebration. 
 Based on primarily four characters who are in show business at different levels, Babylon is one of those films that will stand out in the test of time and eventually, hopefully, will become a cult classic. 
 With its incredible and enormous cast, Babylon sheds light on the bizarre lives of stars and wannabe stars in the town of Bel-Air. And their transformation through the transition from the silent era to the sound era. 
 Now that we are talking about casting. Let's talk about the incredibly talented cast with exceptional performances. Brad Pitt as Jack Conrad, loosely based on John Wilbert, a silent film superstar trying to cope with the transition of technology. Margot Robbie as Nellie Laroy, based on Clara Bow, was once a darling to the industry and audience and later faded away. Diego Calva as Manny Torres, loosely based on René Cardona, a man coming from nothing, in love with films and hoping to do wonders. Last but not least the character of Sidney Palmer played by Jovan Adepo, is based on infamous musician Curtis Mosby. A fellow who loves music with his heart and soul. And above everyone on the list is the character of Toby Maguire. A ruthless, disgusting, disturbing club owner, a delight to watch, and a surprise to experience. 
  Now, was it worth a watch? 
Yes, it was worth a watch and worth an impact too. There are so many things I liked in this film. And I'd like to talk about some of them. 
 Firstly, the dialogues. This film, hands down has the most incredibly in-depth dialogues, compared to some films in recent times. Thanks to the director Damien Charzelle. We got to experience such subtle yet impactful writing, both in dialogues and as well as in the story in general. 
  Then there is the music. One of the most significant parts of this film was it's music. After doing films like 'Whiplash' & 'La la Land', Justin Hurwitz is not one to be questioned. It was truly remarkable how he caught the sophisticated and witty class of early 1900s Bel-Air culture. The very Jazzy vibe is like the essence of this film and should be cherished. 
  And now my darling Margot Robbie. I cannot believe that a couple of days ago I watched 'Barbie' and right after that 'Babylon'. The character transition she went through was truly, utterly, inexplicably remarkable. She shows how a gem of an actress, and artist she truly is. What more can I say about her except that she made the character alive. 
Now, I love dark comedy films in general. But what I liked specifically about this film is that even after being fiction, this film feels real. The characters, the incidents, the unbelievable set pieces, the story, all look so familiar, so real and I believe that's what makes this film special. 

  Finally, I'd like to give this film a 4.5/5 and my heart and soul. 

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