10 Years Ago, A Legendary Director Made A Confounding Noir Thriller That Deserves Reappraisal
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Inherent Vice presents a convoluted narrative where its lead, Doc Sportello, navigates a series of interconnected mysteries, resulting in an experience more about mood than plot comprehension.
The film challenges viewers' expectations through its disjointed storytelling, embracing its intricacies without providing easy answers or resolutions, cementing its status as a unique cinematic experience.
By infusing elements of both neo-noir and absurd comedy, Anderson invites audiences to relish the ambiguity and richness of character and story, rather than seeking simplistic explanations.
As Doc interacts with an array of bizarre characters and scenarios, the movie's rejection of traditional narrative coherence turns it into a meditation on the nature of inquiry itself.
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