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quiet film. The first 10 minutes of the film are entirely devoid of any dialogue. This trend continues throughout the film, with scenes of heavy dialogue being separated by extended landscape shots supplemented only by the incredible, yet eerie score. This silence in combination with the lingering shots–the average shot time being over a minute long–leads to the film moving incredibly slow, amplifying the already long runtime to feel even longer. Some might argue that this is a weakness of the film, but I would argue quite the opposite. Because it is so slow and long, it allows the viewer to dwell on everything being said. This is desperately needed, because most of its depth is hidden behind a thick layer of complicated and confusing dialogue, meaning it would go unnoticed if not given enough time to process. One final thing I would like to draw attention to is the film’s incredible visuals. For a movie made with a tiny budget–compared to those of today–Stalker achieves a lot with what it has. I already mentioned the shot length, but even more important than that is what is shown in those shots. Slow pans over eerily empty landscapes and scenes that linger just a bit longer than you’d think they should all contribute to the otherworldly atmosphere the film evokes. I am drawn in particular to a dreamlike sequence around halfway through the movie, which features a scene with just a camera moving up a tiny stream, with many discarded objects visible in the water. It is captivating, and just one example of many that demonstrate Tarkovsky’s cinematic genius. Stalker is not only a thought-provoking film but also a visually stunning one, proving itself as a film worthy of the highest praise.

Despite appearing daunting and dense at first glance, Andrei Tarkovsky’s Stalker is a masterwork in cinematic storytelling. It’s not for everyone, but for those willing to give it a shot it’d probably be a worthwhile journey. An interesting concept, incredible score, profound dialogue, exceptional acting, and stunning cinematography all combine to make Stalker one of those rare films which can truly be considered unforgettable. It is one of my favorite films of all time and is worth watching if you are willing to jump the hurdle of its difficult accessibility.

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2. Something’s happening in the street below. Someone watches from a telescope.

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1. A dialogue between two people in a public space. There’s something that they can’t speak about, but you can’t reference it by name.

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