Tár is a complex fictional biopic about a female
maestro, played by Cate Blanchett, and her downfall. The film has
strong female representation with various female characters, but not much is
focused on women's issues.
Characters of color are mostly Othered, and the ending in Southeast Asia
perpetuates stereotypes. The film features queer characters portrayed
affectingly, but played by straight actors and directed by a straight man.
The movie is not a popcorn crowd-pleaser and has lengthy dialogues and scenes
that may not be for everyone, but worth the time investment. |