"Melancholia" is a wickedly original film starring Kirsten Dunst and Charlotte Gainsbourg, and directed by Lars von Trier. It is a film filled with beautiful images that tell a story of the end of the world. It begins with the story of Justine (Kirsten Dunst) on her wedding day, moves to the story of her sister, Claire (Charlotte Gainsbourg), and ends with an arresting vision of the apocalypse. The film is long but it is irresistible in its character development and scene-setting. The lush landscapes and gorgeous cinematography help to make the end of the world seem almost welcome. This is a film I highly recommend - turn out your lights, open your film-loving heart, and watch.
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