Things I was blown away when I watched ‘The Last Emperor’ for my first time are:
It was not just creating a visual spectacle with the humongous & lavishing sets but also telling a long story and keeping the viewer engaged.
The actors amazed me in how they had adapted to different styles and speaking accents based on the story’s flow. (No I’m not referring to the emotional change).
I was totally impressed by the writing. Right from young age to the end, the writing was apt about what the Emperor would or could have done at each age group.
No wonder it got 9 oscars. Stunning and exhilarating to watch the movie even after 25 years.
P.S I’m not watching these movies because I’m a movie buff. But I’m trying to watch movies which are either awarded Oscar for screenplay or is too popular to miss.
