Buttons

About This Movie

So, 'Buttons' is an interesting piece—it's not your average documentary, really. It’s like this collage of snippets, those fleeting moments that most of us just walk past in our daily lives. The Safdie brothers and Kalman kind of dive into the chaos of urban life, especially in NYC, but also elsewhere. You feel the rawness and the grit, and there's a beauty in that contrast between joy and sadness. The pacing isn’t linear, which might throw some off, but it really captures the essence of these little-vignettes that are often overlooked. There’s a certain magic to it, like you end up reflecting on your own experiences while watching. It's all very human, you know?

Unique narrative approachEmphasis on everyday momentsCinematic exploration of urban life