There are films that leave you in awe of their cinematic brilliance, and then there are films like "Fifty Shades Darker" that leave you questioning the very essence of filmmaking. It is a film so poorly executed, so devoid of substance, that it makes a mockery of the art of storytelling. It's a film that doesn't just fall flat on its face, but also drags you down with it.
Let's start with the plot. "Christian and Ana decide to rekindle their relationship, except this time there are no more rules or punishments. As they begin to get used to their newfound relationship, Christian's past begins to haunt Ana as Christian struggles with his innermost thoughts." Sounds intriguing, doesn't it? Well, don't let that fool you. The plot is as thin as a piece of paper and about as exciting as watching paint dry.
The film attempts to delve into the troubled past of Christian Grey, but it does so with the subtlety of a sledgehammer. The character of Christian Grey is as deep as a puddle, and his attempts at introspection feel forced and unconvincing. Ana, on the other hand, is the epitome of a bland, one-dimensional character. Her reactions to Christian's past are so underwhelming that it's hard to believe she's even a part of the story.
The film could have been a fascinating exploration of a complex, unconventional relationship. Instead, it's more like watching a psychopath and a plain Jane go on a series of dull, uninspiring dates. The chemistry between the two leads is non-existent, and their interactions feel as artificial as a plastic rose.
Then there's the dialogue. Oh, the dialogue! It's so cringe-worthy that it makes you want to cover your ears and hum loudly just to drown it out. The characters speak in clichés and platitudes, making the already weak plot even more unbearable.
The direction is equally disappointing. The film is shot in a way that's supposed to be stylish and slick, but it just comes off as pretentious and overdone. The sex scenes, which are supposed to be the film's selling point, are so poorly choreographed and shot that they're more likely to induce laughter than arousal.
In conclusion, "Fifty Shades Darker" is a film that's not worth wasting your time on. It's a film that's so bad, it makes "The Room" look like "Citizen Kane". It's a film that's not just a disappointment, but a cinematic disaster. I give it a score of 1/10. If you value your time and your sanity, stay far, far away from this film.
