Sand has never looked so lovely. But also violent, and oppressive. In fact, sand is so prominent in "Woman in the Dunes", it may as well receive an acting credit. This film is gorgeous, filled with vivid imagery and details. Some of the camera work is so daring it verges on experimental filmmaking. I have seen few films from this era that are so riveting and adventurous. The musical score is outstanding, enhancing the characters' shackled claustrophobia. There are so many fascinating themes within the storytelling. An analysis of "Woman in the Dunes" could produce an outstanding graduate thesis. But I'm done with school -- someone else do it!
Written 7/28/09
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