The Fountain by Darren Aronofsky Summary and Reviews
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Book Reviews of The Fountain
Book Review: The Fountain Graphic Novel and Book
Summary: 5 Stars
Well apparently the reviews are mixed, but I own them both so here's what I think...
Graphic Novel
Very well done, drawings are very detailed and artistic. Really enjoyed the story, on a first run through, I think I missed some things, but it's an interesting story and concept!
The Fountain Companion
I thought this would have been more of an "Art of the Fountain" book, but it's just straight up pictures without accompanying text. I still really liked it, the pictures are cool, they are just stills, they are ehanced and altered as well. Also comes with a copy of the script. I'm a big fan of Darren and his work, so naturally, I enjoyed this book as well
Book Review: Dissapointed
Summary: 1 Stars
Dissapointed. The book contains pictures only of the movie. Thought we were getting an actual book. Book Review: Graphic Novel Illuminates "The Fountain" for Die Hard Aronofsky Fans
Summary: 4 Stars
This is a beautiful companion to the stunning movie. It is a quick enjoyable read, and helps to explain some of the things that are left up in the air in the film. I still prefer the film version, but this is very cool too, and I definately recommend it for any Aronofsky fan.Book Review: Brilliant ideas, but ultimately too ambitious for it's own good
Summary: 4 Stars
Requiem for a Dream director Darren Aronofsky's long in development film The Fountain is finally seeing the light of day, and this graphic novel serves as one of the many steps taken in getting it there. Tom Verde is a man of many times in this story spanning over a thousand years. Once a conquistador, to a present day doctor, to a future savior of a dying star, Tom lives and fights all in the name of love. In this case, his love is Izzi, and he stops at nothing to ensure their love lasts forever. Because the fate of the film was up in the air, Aronofsky transformed it into this graphic novel, which in turn allowed for a more dynamic and epic story, although in the end it's too ambitious for it's own good. We don't ever really connect with Tom and his journey through the ages, but you have to admire Aronofsky's heart and desire to tell this story. The best part of The Fountain is undoubtadly the painted art by Kent Williams, which may take a while to grow on you, but once it does, you'll love what you see. If you've already seen the film starring Hugh Jackman and Rachel Weisz (replacing original attached stars Brad Pitt and Cate Blanchet), the graphic novel serves as a "director's cut" of sorts, but serves Aronofsky's purpose much better, and it's quite fitting to be under the Vertigo label. All in all, if you want to read something different and soulful, look no further.Book Review: Beautiful (but not what's advertised)
Summary: 5 Stars
Okay, so this arrived at my doorstep and wasn't what I expected. It's NOT the graphic novel that apparently preceded the film, as described by Amazon's blurb. Instead it's a lovely book of images from the film, and a copy of the film's script. Now I need to order the actual graphic novel, but I'm really glad I have this too! It's just the coffee table art book I've been waiting for, and a great reminder of the film's visual beauty.
(By the way, the same reviews are appearing under both books. I don't know what that's all about. I'm going to try ordering the graphic novel and hope I receive the right thing!)