The Beating Heart of Belfast (2021)
NOTE: This contains some spoilers for the film 'Belfast'. As I know the Academy Awards are ongoing, and that this film was nominated for a few categories, I will edit this post for continuity's sake. The Beating Heart of Belfast (2021) By Logan Tyler Smith Have you ever wondered what a non-dysfunctional family looks like during old timey riots? A non-dysfunctional family is seemingly the heart of the 2021 Kenneth Branagh film, Belfast. But it is not quite the center as you would immediately assume. They absolutely play a role in the story, but they are not the heart of Belfast. The heart of Belfast is its understated but effective acting, its near-impeccable technical ability, and its depiction of genuine human emotion. Right from the start, Belfast succeeds in its mastery of filmmaking craft. When the main child character first appears, he is at school playing before a big riot (originating from ‘The Troubles’ in 1969, where the film takes place) begins. Even if you’re ...