Paris, Texas
The American Southwest is one of the most alluring and almost mystical places in the world. Vast desert and nothing but mountains and fields, it encapsilates this entourage of emotions, wonder, feelings, and this undescribable familiarity, and true is seen in this film, Paris, Texas.
Paris, Texas tells the story of one Travis Henderson as he reunites with and rebuilds a life seemingly lost to him and his Son, Hunter.
Blending themes of longing, separation, abuse,
addiction, coming of age, rediscovery, and many other subtleties with the mystical and elusive South Texas, allows for a 2 and a half hour mental road trip where you're forced to sit and digest instead of meerly be entertained, these beautiful, painting like still shots and these long emotional monologues feel just so beautiful and all the more real when you take in to account the setting.
On a personal note, this movie hit me hard because of the themes expressed and as a resident of South Texas this movie feels incredibly special. It is undoubtly a 10/10 and a beautiful art piece.