Beautiful Creatures – Mini Movie Review

Don’t be misled by the trailer above when it comes to “Beautiful Creatures.” It’s what I did and I walked into the theater expecting some kind of “Twilight,” perhaps a touch better because of the amazing actors in it. Boy, was I in for a surprise.

“Beautiful Creatures” is a coming of age story with a touch of romance (without ever becoming too sappy or cliché), a story of good and bad and the fine line that separates them, told in good looking pictures, and with the support of an extraordinary cast and a good script.

It’s entertaining and immediately pulls you in because it’s incredibly relatable. It’s funny and sad, griping and light, passionate and sweet, all at the same time. It might not be the most solid piece of moviemaking ever made, but it’s definitely the kind of film that will put a smile on your face.

What I Liked

The acting is solid throughout, even from newcomers Alden Ehrenreich (who is like a combination of DiCaprio, Depp and Clark Kent in motion) and Alice Englert. Thompson, Irons and Rossum are a delight to watch, whenever they come on screen. Good VFX, good story, good script, excellent music.

What I Didn’t Like

There’s nothing I didn’t like about “Beautiful Creatures” and, no, this isn’t the romantic in me talking. This is a beautiful piece of fantasy even without the love story.

Conclusion