Review of Hugo (2011) by Matt M — 08 Apr 2013
The orphaned son of a clockmaker who lives in a train station secretly works on fixing an automaton his father rescued from a museum, stealing the parts from a toymaker. One day, the toymaker catches him stealing from his shop and when he find out about the automaton he seems mysteriously intent in stopping the child's work.
What develops is a mysterious fantasy adventure that is a delightful journey into one of the earliest filmmaking legends Georges Mélies and his legacy. Through it, Scorsese shares his passion for early cinema, a well documented love that has him actively involved in the research and restoration of such rarities.
The film itself is a mature and nostalgic look at the magic of cinema as told in a youthful way. The Dante Ferretti art direction and the masterful cinematography adds an aura of magnificence to the film.
This review of Hugo (2011) was written by Matt M on 08 April 2013.
Hugo has generally received very positive reviews.
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