If you've ever read the book or seen "Trainspotting" the film, you know that it gives an unfiltered look at what heroin addiction is and its effect on people, all through the eyes of the main character Mark Renton. In a very similar fashion, "The Party's Just Beginning" gives you a glimpse into the hellish world of depression.
Karen Gillan did an amazing job writing and directing this film, which is especially surprising (and awesome) because it's her first. As a directorial debut it's a hit, but even from a seasoned director this would easily be a winner. Like any film that deals with such a specific and supremely dark subject matter (and being so bleak as it is), it's certainly not going to win everybody's heart. However it's that bleakness that Karen managed to capture which really resonated with me, and is portrayed so well, both in the film's characters and its substance.
In fairness, I must admit to some bias, as I've always found Karen gobsmackingly beautiful. With that said, if you've ever struggled with depression, this is likely to resonate with you. And if you're like me, it's going to leave you crying and writing good reviews. Finally worth mentioning is that the last film I gave a 9/10 to was "Pulp Fiction"; indeed, I liked it that much, and I can't say enough good things about it.
The Party's Just Beginning
2018
Action / Comedy / Drama
The Party's Just Beginning
2018
Action / Comedy / Drama
Plot summary
In a bleak Inverness midwinter, Luisaidh is careening off the rails after the suicide of her best friend. She medicates her misery with joyless sex, chips and a belief in the power of positive drinking. Surrounded by bittersweet memories, she struggles to find someone to talk to or some reason to make life worthwhile at the most stressful time of the year.
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December 13, 2018 at 03:21 AM
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The "Trainspotting" of Depression
That's one party I won't attend again.
The Party's Just Beginning... well after watching it there wasn't any party on my couch. The movie was pretty boring to watch, senseless, with a story not interesting enough to keep you on the edge of your seat. It's a story about depressed people, but not even a good one. The acting of Karen Gillan and the rest of the cast isn't bad, far from it, but if you have a lame story it doesn't matter how good you act, it still remains a lame movie. It's one of those movies I watched once and that I will never watch again as there are thousands and thousands better movies.
Time to Wake Up
This is the type of film that used to get a theatrical release, but ultimately finds itself strictly released on streaming services or straight to home video. It's unfortunate, because The Party's Just Beginning certainly has something to say about grief, depression, finding your purpose, and suicide. The directorial debut from star Karen Gillan is raw, grounded, and powerful, even if it doesn't fully take the premise in the direction you may be thinking. At the very least, it proves Gillan could be a force as a director with brave material and once again showcasing her talent in front of the camera. Also, the title? Absolutely & brilliantly meta.
7.3/10