But with such scope, grandeur, and such a satisfying journey overall, the Revenant nabs the distinction of being one of 2015's best movies. The middle section of the film is a little slow however, and the story itself, while powerful and involving, may actually be the weakest element. Lubezki's cinematography is expectedly miraculous, but even more so than Gravity and perhaps even Birdman and Innuaritu also does great directional work once again. Hardy is always great, but here he gives what may be his career best as a truly devious villain. Dicaprio is good but the real standout is Tom Hardy. Lubezki's cinematography is expectedly miraculous, but even more so than Gravity A flawed but beautiful, superbly acted, and sprawling movie.
A flawed but beautiful, superbly acted, and sprawling movie.
