Movie - 48, Fargo

Fargo (1996)

by

Joel and Ethan Cohen

Movie Seen: 25 October 2015

Note Written: 14 November 2015

'Fargo' is a movie which shows how a simple, stupid human act of selfishness and greed can turn things haywire and so complicated for the people involved, and affect people you wouldn't even know about, save for the occurrence of that moment of flaw. The movie is a grim tale with comedy spread all over; it makes you laugh as well as it makes you sad, angry, or shocked. 

It is a great movie in terms of scripting, direction, and its stellar cinematography. The directors succeed in conveying the subtle message and depicting the simplicity, frailty, and stupidity of human actions. Each frame was chosen carefully and adds to the beauty and impact of the movie.

Frances McDormand as the Police Chief Marge Gunderson, steals the show with her exemplary performance. I loved the chemistry between Chief Marge and her husband. All the characters of the movie are very realistic - you feel for them and identify with some, at least some, of their actions. This is where the film wins big-time - in making is feel. Fargo is now considered a cult-classic, and rightly so.