I felt like I’d been existing rather than truly living until recently; it seemed I was only contributing to someone else’s vitality. I’ve criticized Netflix films in the past, but lately my opinion is beginning to shift. ‘Marriage Story’ was superb. It's a heartbreaking depiction of divorce that exposes people’s less appealing sides, particularly when children are involved. However, it isn’t entirely bleak; the…

I lack personal experience with marriage or divorce; I’ve never been married, nor have I had children. My own childhood occurred within families that were already established in those states, and relationships often shifted around these life events. Consequently, _Marriage Story_ doesn't immediately feel like something I can connect with. The performances are where the film finds its strongest footing—a point of a…

The film offers a deeply empathetic and thoughtful depiction of the difficult journey through divorce. Writer and director Noah Baumbach, who previously experienced a separation from actress Jennifer Jason Leigh, appears to have incorporated elements from his personal life into this story. The characters feel well-developed and complex; Johansson and Driver’s performances bring a unique quality to their roles. Every …

I’m struggling to even begin this review of *Marriage Story*. It’s a film that lingers in your thoughts long after the credits roll; I’ve been considering it quite a bit, and it's certainly one of the most authentic dramas I’ve encountered. This is largely due to the remarkable performances from Adam Driver (as Charlie Barber) and Scarlett Johansson (as Nicole Barber), but also because of Noah Baumbach’s exceptionall…

It’s difficult for me to put aside my feelings about the filmmaker, which is why I can’t quite award ‘Marriage Story’ a perfect score. Setting that personal aspect aside, though, it's surprising how close to perfection such an uncomplicated movie could come. This applies not just to my impression of it, but also in terms of its technical aspects; the cinematography, editing, rhythm, and music are all exceptionally we…