I don't think The Lobster can be understood as a proper dystopian sci-fi film; it is too absurdist for that. It instead falls into the realm of allegory, a representation of the mechanics of singlehood and couplehood, and the transition from one to the other. It's darkly funny, completely deadpan, and filled with irony, but it's also deathly unemotional. Its characters are largely robots, following rules that don't make sense (except we all follow them in the way we pursue relationships, especially online) and delivering programmed dialog. It is at its best when the allegory is clear, but things do get murkier as we head into the second part of the film, which out of necessity, makes a rebellion plot the focus of the action, but this is nevertheless where characters dare to break the rules, and where, ironically, true love is to be found - if only they can see it for what it is (and will society accept it). The central conceit, that those who don't find mates are turned into the animal of their choice, is one I can't allegorically place, though they perhaps can be likened to "cat lady" syndrome and the choices themselves have ironic resonance. The Lobster is a film that perhaps doesn't know the answers to all the puzzlers it presents, but perhaps it does. Rewatchable.
A little bit too absurd and awkward, at least for my taste. Not awful and someway underlines points related to social obligations about relationships or marriage, but disturbingly disconnects the audience from its setting which makes them mostly not feel or care much about the events or characters. Also, i didn't laugh at all, which is not a problem for me but some people might care. In my opinion, i don't know if there's such a thing but this movie is an absurd drama, not a comedy. 6,5/10
They tried too hard to be strange and it ended up being self defeating. A little less over the top awkwardness would have made it more odd and mysterious. Besides a handful of out of the blue one liners I felt rather let down by the experience.
The most interesting and imaginative film I've seen from 2015's output. It was perhaps a step too far in the realm of odd for me to successfully connect to on an emotional level. Though sometimes it's necessary to watch these kinds of films a second time in order to feel them, as was my experience with Eternal Sunshine for example. Still, the creativity and intelligence more than made up for the lack of genuine feeling for me. I'll take a breath of fresh air like The Lobster anyday.
Ehh, the first half was okay, the second half was almost unbearable. I felt like they tried too hard to be weird and quirky and it just fell flat and came off as pretentious.
Worst film I've seen in years. It tries so hard to be pretentious while beating you over the head with the point. It feels like they were so obsessed with being unique and quirky that they forgot to make an actual movie. Also it's way, way too long. This movie really sucks.
Weird, dark, and yet oddly apt in its disdain for modern society's one size fits all approach to modern love. There's a vague sense that the film's also speaking about romantic films too which gives it an almost Meta-awareness.
None of the latter parts seem to build much of a cohesive whole, but they do paint a solid picture of the film's view of the world. Directed with a breezy elan, The Lobster is very funny, very awkward, and very strange. Just like dating.
I cried laughing. Grossly funny and so brilliantly weird, I relished every second of its wonderful absurdity. It's a darker than dark comedy, to say the least.
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The first half is excellent, but then it completely looses its tight grip. Additionally, it had brilliant sound editing and mixingjosue.a.o
A great weird love-story movie.fonz
I would be a dolphin. Or an owl.Siskoid
I don't think The Lobster can be understood as a proper dystopian sci-fi film; it is too absurdist for that. It instead falls into the realm of allegory, a representation of the mechanics of singlehood and couplehood, and the transition from one to the other. It's darkly funny, completely deadpan, and filled with irony, but it's also deathly unemotional. Its characters are largely robots, following rules that don't make sense (except we all follow them in the way we pursue relationships, especially online) and delivering programmed dialog. It is at its best when the allegory is clear, but things do get murkier as we head into the second part of the film, which out of necessity, makes a rebellion plot the focus of the action, but this is nevertheless where characters dare to break the rules, and where, ironically, true love is to be found - if only they can see it for what it is (and will society accept it). The central conceit, that those who don't find mates are turned into the animal of their choice, is one I can't allegorically place, though they perhaps can be likened to "cat lady" syndrome and the choices themselves have ironic resonance. The Lobster is a film that perhaps doesn't know the answers to all the puzzlers it presents, but perhaps it does. Rewatchable.Astragalus
A little bit too absurd and awkward, at least for my taste. Not awful and someway underlines points related to social obligations about relationships or marriage, but disturbingly disconnects the audience from its setting which makes them mostly not feel or care much about the events or characters. Also, i didn't laugh at all, which is not a problem for me but some people might care. In my opinion, i don't know if there's such a thing but this movie is an absurd drama, not a comedy. 6,5/10audiopile
They tried too hard to be strange and it ended up being self defeating. A little less over the top awkwardness would have made it more odd and mysterious. Besides a handful of out of the blue one liners I felt rather let down by the experience.devilsadvocado
The most interesting and imaginative film I've seen from 2015's output. It was perhaps a step too far in the realm of odd for me to successfully connect to on an emotional level. Though sometimes it's necessary to watch these kinds of films a second time in order to feel them, as was my experience with Eternal Sunshine for example. Still, the creativity and intelligence more than made up for the lack of genuine feeling for me. I'll take a breath of fresh air like The Lobster anyday.jhhayes
IMHO, it deserves a Best Original Screenplay nomination at the 2017 Academy Awards. I've never seen anything like it. I loved its quirkiness.DumbleDip
Ehh, the first half was okay, the second half was almost unbearable. I felt like they tried too hard to be weird and quirky and it just fell flat and came off as pretentious.d7v09hFpjf
Worst film I've seen in years. It tries so hard to be pretentious while beating you over the head with the point. It feels like they were so obsessed with being unique and quirky that they forgot to make an actual movie. Also it's way, way too long. This movie really sucks.frankqb
Weird, dark, and yet oddly apt in its disdain for modern society's one size fits all approach to modern love. There's a vague sense that the film's also speaking about romantic films too which gives it an almost Meta-awareness.None of the latter parts seem to build much of a cohesive whole, but they do paint a solid picture of the film's view of the world. Directed with a breezy elan, The Lobster is very funny, very awkward, and very strange. Just like dating.
4 stars out of 5
Popmuzika15
How is this not on the 366 Weird Movies (Certified Weird) list?martinscorsaucy
Jook
My favourite film of the year, by a distance. Adored every second.Showing items 1 – 15 of 25