The Novice (2021)

Not bad, but disapoint by last chapter.

The main actress looks and feel too old a times for the role of a student .

Script needed some rewrite/polish .

Just warcged Wolf 2021 , much better overall.

Some will like this movie, but do not come in hoping thrillers style moments and resolutions, none of this here.

Fmovies: This girl is not quite intelligent but with a strong will to achieve some goals which usually are beyond her ability. What I don't like it most is the overly used close-ups. So many scenes are just big facial close-up shots, either front or in profile, making the viewing a bit pressurized to the eyes.

The dialog is also a bit clueless, sometimes jumping around abruptly.

The best dialog is: "You are a Student Athlete. Student first.". There is some sexual scene in it, but I really don't think it's necessary. The guys who wrote this screenplay really know the college education and their students' lifestyles. It's when the movie going into about half, I started to lose interest and patience.

This film authentically illustrates the struggles that rowers experience and that obsession and perfection, can sink the the boat before you cross the finish line. Isabelle's performance is elevated by her dedication and believability as the novice.

The Novice fmovies. Legs, body, arms, so many things to harm, when you're obsessive and compulsive and you're not close to being calm.

Turbulent times for an overly dedicated student who's pinned her hopes to the varsity mast, intent on going solo, to hell with the personal cost as she swims against the tide.

6/10 - I was really anticipating this coming-of-age drama about college rowing and despite standout performances from Isabella Fuhrman, Dilone, and Amy Forsyth, this felt a little repetitive and underwhelming.

I like films about people becoming obsessed with something. I think there's something fascinating about the concept of putting every bit of energy you have into achieving or obtaining something. 'The Novice' takes a topic that has zero interest to me, rowing, and made me interested in it. That's no easy task and something the film should be commended for.

The biggest problem the film has is that it feels very flat. There aren't the usual ups and downs most films have. The highs and the lows. There are little annoyances or triumphs here and there but they are fleeting and don't really have an impact. Also isn't always a clear narrative to the film. Where we are going and what is trying to be achieved isn't always clear. It can create a sense of pointlessness.

What I liked about the film though was that it felt motivational. It was inspiring and it got me interested in something I wasn't before. I'm a little torn on where I stand with this one. I'll settle on a generous 7/10.