The Coffee Table (2022)
I just came across this Spanish film and saw that it had a very good critical rating. I want to highlight some points that I liked and others that, honestly, didn't convince me completely.
- The premise
After having seen so many movies in this genre, it's hard to make something that really keeps you glued to the screen and, moreover, has a premise different from what we've always seen that even Stephen King praised it.
- The little table
From the poster and the title, I thought it was going to be some kind of "haunted table" that killed people. I had no faith in it. But after the first 10 minutes, it was WOW!
- The dad
I thought it was excellent how he navigates through that whirlwind of emotions that arise from what happens with the little table. The actor works a lot with subtlety, without exaggerating or overacting, and that made me completely believe in his character. Throughout the entire movie, one question accompanied me: what do you do in a situation like this? How do you react? I wanted to hug him and, at the same time, I had my doubts about what "the little girl" says.
- The only thing that didn't convince me
When the mom came back from the supermarket, I found it strange that she didn't go directly to see the baby. I understand that the dad had a hard time getting him to sleep, but I think any mom, out of habit, would at least go take a quick look. I also felt that they stretched out the part where they couldn't nobody "go see him" a bit.
Anyway, I highly recommend the movie for the performances and, above all, for the premise. Thoughts?