Dinosaurs in the Distance

About This Movie

So, 'Dinosaurs in the Distance' is an interesting piece. It’s got this haunting atmosphere, you know? Aurore's journey to the countryside feels almost like a dreamscape, where reality and imagination blur. The pacing is slow, but it serves the themes well—loss, escape, and the search for connection. Loup, who’s got this charmingly awkward vibe, pulls you into his world, where he’s chasing after Joshua, his imaginary lover. It’s not heavy on practical effects, but the cinematography captures that rural isolation beautifully. The performances, especially from the two leads, bring a rawness that feels genuine. There's something distinctly poignant about how it tackles grief and longing, kind of lingers with you afterward.

Focuses on themes of grief and imaginationCinematography enhances the rural setting's isolationPerformances are raw and relatable