As a cinephile who has spent countless hours delving into the surrealist works of directors like Luis Buñuel and David Lynch, I found myself utterly captivated by Guy Maddin’s latest masterpiece, “Rumours”. Having attended numerous G7 summits in my previous life as a political analyst, I was immediately drawn to the film’s bizarre yet eerily familiar depiction of world leaders grappling with chaos.
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The film titled “Rumours,” created by Canadian experimental director Guy Maddin along with Evan and Galen Johnson, does not focus on portraying a highly realistic representation of our world.
The movie delves into the aftermath of a catastrophe during a G7 summit, which strands a peculiar group of global leaders on their own. At different moments, it presents unusual scenes such as a community of resurrected “bog bodies,” a puzzlingly massive human brain, and Charles Dance portraying an American President with a posh British accent.
But despite all that, star Cate Blanchett – who plays fictional German chancellor Hilda Ortmann – says there is something very truthful about its portrayal of a world in crisis, as she explains in an exclusive interview with RT.
She notes that the directors seem not to strive for coherence in their work, but instead focus on creating humor. What’s striking is how this production feels increasingly relevant as the world grows more absurd since its creation. There’s an unsettling, documentary-like feel to it which I didn’t anticipate.
In a more relaxed and conversational style, Nikki Amuka-Bird portrays the UK Prime Minister in the movie, Cardosa Dewindt, and after seeing how people have responded to the film thus far, I find myself in agreement with my fellow cast member’s evaluation.
She mentions that some individuals find it unsettlingly realistic, expressing both concern and amazement!
In the movie, none of the portrayed Presidents, Prime Ministers, or Chancellors mirror real-life world leaders. However, both Blanchett and Amuka-Bird delved into genuine B-roll footage from G7 conferences to enhance their comprehension of their characters’ interplay. Despite these characters being frequently depicted as confused and inept, this research process provided the actors with a deeper understanding than they may have initially anticipated.
Blanchett remarks that the footage was an eye-opening experience for her. She explains that the situations these people were in were incredibly awkward and felt more like photo opportunities than personal moments. They appeared disconnected from their physical selves, which she found both fascinating and captivating. This observation led her to develop a strong sense of empathy towards them.
Amuka-Bird further emphasizes, “We expect them to fulfill certain duties, but it’s not just about being clean, married, or morally upright, or even exceptional cooks. They need to be whatever we require of them. You might sense a bit of unease, which is understandable. They are the ones who have the unique experience of leading a nation, and that can feel isolating. So, they share that bond.
As they traveled together, friendships that were unusual yet strong began to develop among them, filled with camaraderie and humor which I believe was organic. There were romantic entanglements and a variety of unforeseen connections formed between the group members. However, we tried to portray these developments honestly without forcing any specific narrative; instead, allowing the audience to form their own interpretations.
As the movie grows more fantastical, it might leave some viewers puzzled and struggling to understand its plot, much like the characters in the film who are politicians, find themselves bewildered too.
Instead of seeking straightforward, simplistic explanations for complex phenomena like that mysterious giant brain, Blanchett proposes we should instead accept and immerse ourselves in the enigma, allowing ourselves to be swept away by its madness.
She mentions that she bonded with Guy over their shared appreciation for Buñuel, and one of their mutual favorite movies is “The Exterminating Angel,” a 1962 classic from the renowned Spanish surrealist.
He remarked, “You know, that’s an intriguing connection for this movie. In a way, it can be likened to a dream. Dreams may appear coherent at the moment, but they often arise from conflicting and contrasting stimuli.
In my opinion, much like many creative minds, he skillfully blended contrasting, sometimes paradoxical feelings, leaving interpretation up to the viewers. This was the foundation for my work as I chose not to impose a clear-cut logic on it.
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2024-12-06 21:03