BlackBerry

After watching the other 2 movies in Matt Johnson’s filmography I can see now that BlackBerry is a true mastering of form for Johnson’s unique style. Completely subverts the found footage anchor and transforms the cinematography into this creepy, voyeuristic perspective. Comedic beats crafted from seemingly nowhere, whacking us over the head when we least expect it. Johnson loves to hold on these close ups where actors speak no lines, instead expressing a range of emotions and frustrations that almost tell us what they would’ve said anyways. Matt Johnson honed his technique and made a real tour de force in unique, impressive filmmaking.