Recently I saw „Submarine”, the British film directed by Richard Ayoade. This comedy-drama tells the story of a fifteen-year-old boy who encounters problems of the adolescence and tries to solve them in his own, sometimes funny, way.
The plot evolves around a main character – Olivier Tate (Craig Roberts) and his girlfriend – Jordana (Yasmin Paige) who is the opposite of the boy. Olivier, as a shy, caring and thoughtful person, is enchanted by a rebellious girl who seems to be insensitive. Their relationship becomes closer and closer and introduces the viewers to a complicated world of the adolescents. Olivier experience the first feelings of love but also disappointment when Jordana turns her back on him. Nevertheless, it's not his only problem. The boy tries also save his parents' marriage who must face up to a routine and a weird neighbour...
The film „Submarine” is definitely one of my favourite. It is brilliantly and ingeniously directed – the scenes are divided into sections which have titles. Some of them are made in an original way, they're for example retarded. The plot is truly absorbing – the emotions and the feelings of the couple are revealed slowly and fascinate an audience. But it is not so much the plot but rather the unusual atmosphere of the film that makes it a masterpiece. The breathtaking scenery of Wales, the reflective music produced by Alex Turner and the wonderful acting – all that make up a perfect combination. The ups and downs of the characters often evoke a smile on our face and make us think at a time. „Submarine” takes us on an enjoyable journey to the world of youthful desires and anxieties.
I strongly recommend „Submarine” to those who want to see on the screen an original, moving story among a great deal of commercial productions. Don't miss the première in Poland which will be soon. It is well worth seeing!
