Review: Colossal

Giant monsters, destroyed buildings and crushed people is not uncommon to see in theaters, but the comedy indie Colossal he manages to use these same arguments in a more original way, throwing monsters into the background while also exploring the routine problems of the protagonists.

The plot first presents the first appearance of the Kaiju, then focus on Glory (Anne Hathaway), the typical loser, practically bankrupt and with alcohol problems. When your boyfriend, Tim (Dan Stevens), expelled from home, she returns to her hometown and it is at this same time that South Korea begins to be attacked by a giant monster. It doesn't take long for the protagonist to discover that she is mentally connected to the creature and take on the mission of not letting anyone else die.

Briefly, Colossal it's insane, but in an interesting way. Even trying, it doesn't explain rationally how the connection happened (and how could a giant monster materializing in a city have a logical origin?). The roadmap for Nacho Vigalondo stands out for leaving the focus on the personal issues of the characters, with the attacks being just a detail in the film. The relationship between Gloria and her childhood friend, Oscar (Jason Sudeikis), is where the real dramatic charge is, with an interesting development - somewhat abusive -, which contrasts directly with the way of the thick, but concerned, Tim, who tries to save the character from his addiction.

While using arguments that have been explored in cinema for a long time, the plot manages to surprise at various times, with revelations and unexpected moments. There is also an interesting ambiguity, which analyzes the internal monsters and addictions, sending the message that the creature seen externally is nothing more than a representation of the characters' interior. And this is all very well presented with the changes in individual behavior, with the good performance of the cast.

Colossal it's a pleasant surprise. Knowing how to innovate with elements already seen in several works and openly addressing alcoholism and a bit of machismo, the film becomes interesting and different.

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