Paper Towns

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This is such an incredibly engaging film with a really powerful message. I would give Paper Towns an 8/10.

I think what's really important about this film is what the narrative has to say, we are as an audience are treated to some incredible themes. Throughout the film we follow Quentin's quest to declare his love for Margo, all this only for him to realise the futility of his journey. He doesn't really know Margo, he just loves the idea he has in his head of her. The pacing for this film is perfect; we move along this journey at just the right speed. The editing is very fun, it moves shots or the way things blend in a creative way. The music and soundtrack for this film feels fresh, it's full of energy and works incredibly alongside the rest of the film.

Nat Wolff, who played Quentin, is an incredible protagonist; he portrays the unhealthy determination Quentin has really well but also the exceptionally fun awkward personality that makes his character such a stand out role. Justice Smith, who played Radar, is quite a witty actor; he gives a very basic yet subtle performance that is quite likeable in this film. Halston Sage, who played Lacey, is a brilliant character within this film; we learn that she's more than just her appearance which is a fantastic theme.

However the best performance came from Cara Delevingne, who played Margo. As Margo, Delelvingne presented a character who was exceptionally adventurous and quite fun,. Then as the film progressed she gives a very convincing portrayal of Quentin's fantasy in one dream sequence. But her best comes to fruition when she talks to Quentin and reveals that he can't love her. It's a really grounded moment, and it's presented very naturally in what's actually quite a vulnerable moment.

The cinematography within this film was a plethora of quite basic shots, you start to realise this after the cinematography doesn't step up in the same way that the editing did.

Austin Abrams, who played Ben, was a very annoying main character; he wasn't likeable and he did very little to redeem this fact throughout the film. Jaz Sinclair, who played Angela, had far to little screen presence; she was a character that would have had more value with a few more scenes.