I'm not a fan of this guy's work...in fact most of his films have aggravated me...but this one worked. The plot line was very convoluted but the characters were engaging and, as usual, his set design and fine use of color stood out. Even though half the cast was either comatose or dead there was nothing grim or morbid about the film.
There was a fantasy sequence about a novel way for a man to pleasure his swain that was original and fun. It also was nice to see Geraldine Chaplin in a supporting role.
Perhaps Almodovar is maturing. This is two in a row that I've liked. Or maybe I'm devolving...
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