This film is packed with interesting film choices. The first time I saw it, in theaters, one scene blew my mind (we will discuss it below), but that was about it. Upon a second viewing years later on the small screen, it was much more engaging. It floored me somehow. Very interesting style, structure, and exploration of main character(s) in story structure. I think I just missed it the first time around. Who knows? (Some of the darkness in the story and tone can be thick, so it's a good film to watch in a solid mindset. I showed it to a friend once, and they walked out of the opening scene, and I don't blame them as it contains extremely heavy content.)
Adapted and directed by Roger Avery, based on the novel by Bret Easton Ellis.
The filmmakers and videographers that use motivated technique--I love 'em. Sure, don't overthink it. Not too much. But why are you using slow motion, split screen, match cuts, etc?
This is such a great example of motivated technique, using split screen to tell the story (Darren Aronofsky has some great, motivated split screen sequences also).
Are these characters disconnected? Do they connect here?
Interesting note: a kiss was scripted but Avery switched to taking-off-the-sunglasses while observing the actors rehearse.
Also, for those who want to go deeper, the DVD has a behind the scenes making of piece on the above scene.
Be well.