POSITIVE REVIEWS PROBABLY WILL NOT FIND ON ROTTEN TOMATOES ETC./TWEETS
I can't wait to see this and judge for myself (always best format). Anyway, here are some positive reviews, that will probably never find it's way to rotten tomatoes etc.
1. http://www.voto10.it/cinema/not.php?NewsID=18309 (translated so hopefully the below is correct).
A regular at the Lido, the director and actor James Franco returns, this time out of competition at the Venice Film Festival, offering their own version of the famous novel The Sound and the Fury by William Faulkner. In itself, the novel deals with themes such as honor, the loss of it, social injustice and love, Franco has dealt with them gently and at the same time strength and courage, remaining faithful to the text. Mississippi, early ' 900. The story recounts the decadence and doom of Compson, an aristocratic family of the South disgrace. Their stories are told from different perspectives. The couple have four children Compson Quentin (Joey King), Candance (Ahna O'Reilly), Jason (Scott Haze) and Benjamin said "Benji" (James Franco). The story of the young Caddy, female only sister, is told by his three brothers. Adaptation, indeed, would be more to say transposition of the screen, as far as possible in line with the novel Faulkner, The Sound and The Fury describes in detail the events and the relationships that exist in the wealthy family of landowners, Compson, the inhabitants of the populous state in the South. Divided into chapters (here three instead of four in the novel), as in the previous films directed by Franco (As I Lying Dying and Child of God ), The Sound and The Fury, despite the lack of the last chapter, that the filmmaker has succeeded equally to insert, the spirit, the setting and the dynamics of family events, present in the work of Faulkner, kept alive. In its narrative form, the script, co-written by Franco with his friend Matt Rager, the two authors have taken some liberties, but finding themes and elements already introduced and explored by the American writer. Love, time and responsibilities, these are the themes, in order of chapter brought out in the film, as if it was the intention of the director, ordered to want to give an interpretation of the complex, but significant novel by Faulkner. During the first chapter, what she sees tell family stories from the point of view of Benji, the 33 year-old mentally challenged son of the patriarch Jason III, the skill has been to speak to the soul of the child inherent in the adult character, telling the sense of protection , and almost obsession, to his sister Caddy. And it is precisely this character, to assume the role of a liaison of the film. Subject to maintain almost inside a bell jar, Caddy is seen as the two brothers, Benji and Quentin, and is despised by the third, Jason Jr. In the film, past and present merge, and chapters are in turn related brilliantly in a succession of powerful rich in suspense. Power that comes sooner or later expressed by all the characters, who are shouting all their fury and frustration. Caddy, Jason and Benji are those who have the most right to be angry more with their lives and with their destiny, unable to change their situation: Quentin is the only one to make a decision, endowed with free will and choosing in fact his tragic fate, probably feeling powerless in the face of the problems of the beloved sister and unhappy in his life. The Sound and The Fury, however, is much more than that, it is also a philosophizing about the existence and feelings, with a background of negativism, but also passion and love, which often result in that cry expression in its highest representation in some certain scenes. Powerful are also the interpretations of the entire cast, especially those of Scott Haze, James Franco and Ahna O'Reilly. The film, like the novel of Faulkner, like or dislike, a priori. To those who have read the work or not, the fact is that the director has succeeded in optimally to deliver frames in the complex original written text, keeping a balance between interpretation and faithfulness. Alice White
2. http://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/films/reviews/the-soun d-and-the-fury-first-look-film-review-james-francos-most-ambitious-prj ect-is-his-best-film-by-far-9715512.html
Franco’s most ambitious project, is his best film by far.
Franco has given himself the plum role of the mentally incapacitated Benji. He moans, salivates and moves heavily in what is a largely impressive performance of the type that often wins awards, although the part is not big enough for him to be considered for anything other than supporting actor.
In the second section told from Quentin’s perspective we learn the views of her father, played by Tim Blake Nelson. Nelson is given the job of showcasing Faulkner’s lyrical pose in a brilliant monologue that occasionally doubles as voiceover.
3. http://www.thedailybeast.com/articles/2014/09/06/james-franco-and-scot t-haze-on-the-sound-and-the-fury-and-gawker-outing-them-as-a-couple.ht ml
As for The Sound and the Fury, despite some recent negative reviews floating about, I found it to be further evidence (coupled with As I Lay Dying) that Franco is improving as a filmmaker.
“As an actor, I looked to the book,” says Franco. “I have no idea if Faulkner knew someone like this, or had any basis in the way the character is depicted, but I just thought I’d play it like he was written—he’s mute, he bellows, and he’s obsessed with certain things like light and flowers, since they remind him of his beloved sister, Caddy.”
http://uk.fred.fm/james-franco-the-sound-and-the-fury-venezia71/ Franco speaking about this movie, in particular why he cast himself as Benjy.
4. http://www.standard.co.uk/goingout/film/venice-film-festival-the-sound -and-the-fury--film-review-9714480.html
Franco, who has filmed Faulkner twice before, plays Benjy, the mentally troubled son who figures in the first section of the book. He speaks no words and grunts and groans, slobbering at the mouth as if determined to bypass his star image. <blockquote>It is a brave performance,even if slightly like a parody of Brando.
Franco apart, other actors play with skill and power. Jacob Loeb as Benjy’s cynical younger brother, Quentin, and Loretta Divine, in the important role of the family’s black maid, Dilsey, are outstanding.
5. http://www.patheos.com/blogs/1morefilmblog/tiff-2014-the-sound-and-the -fury/
If I was not as enthusiastic about the film as Venice audiences apparently were, that’s as much an admission about my own tastes (both cinematic and literary) as it is a judgment of its quality.
Sound is important in the film, as the title would suggest, and it is used expertly to create an oppressive environment that allows you to feel rather than merely witness the Compsons’s desperation.
Take you pick, Meryl Streep doing another accent or James Franco drooling and biting someone on the buttocks. Both are tales told by master actors, full of spit and venom, signifying that there will be one less nomination spot available next award season.
6. http://www.elantepenultimomohicano.com/2014/09/toronto-2014-criticas-e den-la-entrega-the-drop-el-ruido-y-la-furia-madame-bovary.html?utm_sou rce=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+ElAnte penultimoMohicano+%28EL+ANTEPEN%C3%9ALTIMO+MOHICANO%29 (translation needed for full).
The result is something genuine, very personal, powerful and great poetic, which betrays the brutality that conveys the novel, offering instead a piece destined not to make friends. At least not between certain audience.
Although the whole set works, Benji's who catches our attention. The narrative of his thought is impregnated with a subjective look at feelings and images, where the happiest memories are usually the most frequent, with an edition that recalls Tom Tywker which conducted to the sensory moments of perfume . Brief and evocative images like a flower in his hand, which for Benji are moving to a childhood memory.
Overall, the whole work works, moves and maintains consistency in tone, but certainly more where passion has turned James Franco has been in its own segment. It is showing that the actor directs, not because you feel like a change of scenery, but because I really feel he wants to tell. 75 | 100. | ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ |
7. http://theeyeopener.com/2014/09/the-eye-reviews-tiff/ - Verdict: 4/5
For fans of the novel, this is a must-see for those who have not read Faulkner’s period piece of the Compson family, this is a film to see for the performances alone.
Franco playing the mentally challenged Benjy is captivatingly believable, Jacob Loeb’s take as the suicidal Quentin makes the audience relate to them in every way and Scott Haze as the eldest and angriest brother, Jason, is so terrifying you will shake.
8. http://www.electricsheepmagazine.co.uk/reviews/2014/09/27/the-sound-an d-the-fury/
This is pure, delicious Southern Gothic at its most insane. It even indulges in some delightful Terence Malick Tree of Life shenanigans, which play like parody of the highest order. Some might believe Faulkner would be spinning in his grave over this one, but I doubt it. I think even he might have himself as rip-roaring a good time as I did.
TWEETS
@ScottHaze amazing in #TheSoundAndTheFury. The most interesting character of the movie and the one I'll remember the most.
Thank you @ScottHaze for your Jason Compson IV!!! #TheSoundAndTheFury #Venezia71
the talented @ScottHaze needs to be in more films. 👌 #TheSoundAndTheFury #TIFF14
@ScottHaze #TheSoundAndTheFury I LOVED the film!! The entire cast is amazing, talented and kind.
@ScottHaze I don't think anyone could've played Jason better than you did, well done!! #TheSoundAndTheFury #TIFF2014
@ScottHaze @ahnaoreilly #JacobLoeb thanks guys for great interpretations and 4be such lovely humans being with fans!
By the way, Mr. @ScottHaze is a terrific actor. After #ChildOfGod, another great performance in #TheSoundAndTheFury.
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@ScottHaze Terrific in "The Sound & The Fury" and positively fearless in "Child of God". Call me a new lifelong fan. Live from Toronto FF.
@etowlin4 @ScottHaze @JamesFrancoTV yes he is very kind :) and Scott's and James's interpretations in The Sound and The Fury are perfect :)
Doing Faulkner proud, James Franco and the cast of #thesoundandthefury #tiff #tiff14
James Franco's adaptation of The Sound and The Fury is faithful and enjoyable. Quite a feat.
Aly Hancock @aly_hancock
I'm not even going to lie, I cried for a good 60% of The Sound and the Fury. SO. GOOD. @JamesFrancoTV has filmed the unfilmable.
Caleb Townsend @calebthehairy
Just saw @JamesFrancoTV's Sound and the Fury at the #VirginiaFilmFestival and it was fantastic holy wow
Caleb Townsend @calebthehairy
And whoever edited that bitch, WOW! Amazing stuff #VirginiaFilmFestival
Erika Selakowski @ErikaSelakowski Nov
The Sound and the Fury movie made out of Legos... The academy better get the oscar ready. 🙌
@JamesFrancoTV Brilliant adaptation of my favourite American novel. Your Benjy was smashing #TIFF #Toronto #latepost #Faulkner
Nikkolus Wortham @Liono1787
Watched a screening of The Sound and the Fury Sunday. Very touching moment in the church @JamesFrancoTV. Powerful moment!
@JamesFrancoTV just saw the sound and the fury and you did an amazing job. Absolutely adored the film.
I was curious to know how you will make the chapter of Benjy: amazing editing and acting! Congratulation @JamesFrancoTV #TheSoundAndTheFury
#Venezia71 #TheSoundAndTheFury is James Franco's best effort. Tense and lyrical. Loretta Devine kills it! Great score too.
@JamesFrancoTV @Sethrogen @natandalex and @KeeganAllen were all so great in The Sound And The Fury!! #TIFF2014
#TheSoundAndTheFury was a trippy film, I must say. But really stunning. Also, something I would watch and analyze in my English program.
@Liono1787 Watched a screening of The Sound and the Fury Sunday. Very touching moment in the church @JamesFrancoTV. Powerful moment!
#TheSoundAndTheFury is James Franco at his best! Poetic and moving. Really loved the entire cast, expecially an outstanding @ahnaoreilly
@JamesFrancoTV congratulations on your Award! .. Have to say I'm pretty excited to get to watch #TheSoundAndTheFury today! Yay!
Another book come to life thanks a great adaptation of @JamesFrancoTV! Great job guys @ScottHaze @ahnaoreilly #Venezia71
Congratulations @JamesFrancoTV @ScottHaze @ahnaoreilly! #TheSoundAndTheFury is so powerful! Audience too will love it, I'm sure.
Just finished my review for #TheSoundAndTheFury. Congratulations @JamesFrancoTV @ScottHaze and @ahnaoreilly! #VeniceFilmFestival #Venezia71
An amazing #TIFF14 Saturday that started w/ #BlackandWhite and ended w/ #TheSoundAndTheFury Both incredible movies!
#TheDrop and #TheSoundAndTheFury were WONDERFUL!.
@JamesFrancoTV @ScottHaze and @JoeyKingActress a fantastick job in #The sound and the fury another great film from the director #Franco
#tiff14 #thesoundandthefury @jamesfrancotv Awesome performances and directing at the N.american premiere in Toronto International Film Featival
Loved seeing @JamesFrancoTV's wonderfully original, compelling, haunting adaptation of The Sound & The Fury! #TIFF14
Congratulations @jamesfrancotv The Sound and the Fury with @justinedeluce #beautiful #tiff
The sound and the fury had some lapses to it but I guess with the non linear storyline it was a decent attempt of an adaptation
@JamesFrancoTV just watched The Sound and the Fury TIFF great work on such a difficult book
#TheSoundAndTheFury was beyond incredible. thanks @melissadimarco @Hey_itsG 🎬💕 #SheSmellsLikeTheTrees cc @JamesFrancoTV #TIFF14
A picture of the cast, incredible movie #TheSoundAndTheFury #TIFF14
Just saw James Franco at the #TIFF premiere of his new movie "The Sound and The Fury". Interesting movie!
TIFF film 5: The Sound and the Fury, directed by James Franco. Wow, that was out there. #tiff14
I really LOVED the movie,you were amazing❤️ #VeniceFilmFestival @JamesFrancoTV @ScottHaze @ahnaoreilly @JoeyKingActress #TheSoundAndTheFury
eva @etowlin4
@JamesFrancoTV @ScottHaze and @JoeyKingActress a fantastick job in #The sound and the fury another great film from the director #Franco
@JoeyKingActress Loved watching your work! @TIFF_NET screening of #TheSoundAndTheFury directed by @JamesFrancoTV ❤️ #soproud @pizzafilms
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