Wittgenstein

Pros: performances, colorful costumes (not just the Green Man's!), biographical accuracy

Cons: the ideas are mouthed but don't come through

The Bottom Line: Although I think it should have been better, Jarman's stylized biopic can't possibly be rated "average."

Review: "Wittgenstein" (1993) was the last narrative film directed by maverick English gay director Derek Jarman (1942-1994), whose best-known films were "Caravaggio" (1986) and "Edward II" 1991). They usually included a lot of nudity and Tilda Swinton. ...

Pros: Narrative style and colorful

Cons: Some attempts at symbolism are silly and childish

The Bottom Line: Derek Jarman is an experimental filmmaker.  He can be silly at times, but usually his narrative style works.  If you want to take a small movie risk--this won't disappoint.

Review: I have reviewed three other Derek Jarman bio-pics (Sebastian, Caravaggio, and Edward II).  The standard “e” words apply to his form of film: enigmatic, esoteric, and experimental.  Wittgenstein is the last of ...