Review of Amazonia: A Cinematic Expedition

So, Amazonia – what a trip! Right off the bat, I’ll say it’s no walk in the park, or skogen as we’d say here at home. Directed by Thierry Ragobert, who, if I’m honest, isn’t as well-known as I expected for someone pulling off such an ambitious film. It’s got Dira Paes, love her by the way, lending her chops as part of the diverse cast. They’ve thrown in a good mix of CGI to spice things up without oversaturating it, thank heavens.

The story kicks off with an unexpected plane crash in the midst of the Amazon rainforest. There’s this capuchin monkey, Sai, who navigates (aye, bad habit to use that word) his way through the labyrinth of nature – a bit like how I felt maneuvering the city at rush hour last winter!

Do you recall that time in gymnasiet when we studied the rainforests? They’d say the air’s so humid it’s like walking through a sauna. Imagine that! Well, the film captures that intensity – you can almost feel that oppressive heat coming off the screen.

Like any movie, there’re highs and lows. Some bits made me feel like a kid again, eyes wide open in awe. But, some scenes feel a tad long, like a Swedish summer night where you’re not sure when it will actually get dark.

The cinematography is striking, though, and it’s a visual treat. The sound? Like nature’s own symphony playing with an intensity my gamla Walkman could never achieve. It’s a bit of a sensory overload at times, honestly.

Overall, I’d say watch it if you fancy a visit to nature without, you know, risking malaria. It’s an adventure, alright, but I’m mixed on whether it’s one for the ages or just an intriguing detour.

Check the trailer below