Starring: Penelope Cruz, Scarlett Johansson, Javier Bardem, Rebecca Hall, written and directed by Woody Allen.
Vicky Cristina Barcelona, is about two best friends Vicky (Hall), and Cristina (Johansson) who decide to take a summer vacation to Barcelona. Both New-yorkers, Vicky is in the process of writing her thesis on Catalan culture and is engaged to Doug a New-York businessman, whilst Cristina a film writer came along for the ride and to discover who she really is. At the beginning of their visit to Barcelona they attend an art gallery opening, where Cristina sets her eyes on Juan Antonio Gonzalo (Bardem) and learns of the troubles he has with is seemingly crazy wife Maria Elena (Cruz), later that evening JA recognises the two ladies in a restaurant and makes they an offer they can’t refuse, or in the case of Vicky they can refuse. The three go away for a cultural weekend in Oviedo, and it all kick off from there. In true Allen style this film is rather odd yet funny and directed brilliantly, there is a love affair, shooting, and just all together bizzareness that makes his films so distinguished and creative. The cast work really well together and Penelope Cruz has received an Oscar nomination for best supporting actress in her role for the film.
I recommend it and would give it a 4/5
Review by Christina Renner
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