All Dirt Roads Taste of Salt

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merrie t Beautiful film. Quiet, lyrical like a visual poem. Great performances. Rated 4.5/5 Stars •  Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 11/26/23 Full Review Steve H THIS MOVIE WAS GARBAGE. SHOTS WERE TOO TIGHT AND VERY VERY WEIRDLY COMPOSED... EVERYBODY IN THE MOVIE LOOKED POSSESSED. THE MOVIE WAS LONG AND DRAWN OUT, BORING, FELL ASLEEP 9 TIMES. YOU NEED A LOT OF MUSHROOMS TO WATCH THIS MOVIE. I JUST CAN'T. Rated 0.5/5 Stars •  Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars 03/17/25 Full Review Wayne M All Dirt Roads Taste of Salt is an intriguing and at times beautful film. But I also found it a frustrating one, one that lingered without giving any dramatic punch. It's painfully slow to the point of being inert. It's a sparsely worded and deeply emotional film that I couldn't really connect with. This is the directoral debut for Raven Jackson and you can see the talent. The film is non-linear and at times confusing. It mainly follows Mack, a Mississippi woman over some decades. We see vignettes through out the film concerning her family. It's a mysterious and evocative film, but one I found a little hard to get into. Rated 3.5/5 Stars •  Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 01/03/25 Full Review Nate N I can appreciate that this is supposed to be more of a visual depiction of the human condition and how we form bonds with each other, but it’s still incredibly boring and slower than waiting for a pot of water to boil. There’s virtually no dialogue or discernible plot, and the scenes are not shown chronologically. If I didn’t watch it while on a plane, I would’ve been upset I wasted 90 minutes. Rated 1/5 Stars •  Rated 1 out of 5 stars 10/12/24 Full Review Excel A All Dirt Roads Taste Of Salt In Raven Jackson's directorial debut, "All Dirt Roads Taste Of Salt," the non-linear narrative unveils the intricate tapestry of Mackenzie's life in Mississippi. While the film's random sequencing may not appeal to all viewers, it weaves together a mosaic of people, places, and moments that define the lead character. Not every moment shown holds the same profundity, and some moments are dragged too long. Other than the random sequencing this flick has, it also relies on a stylistic dialogue that minimally uses spoken words, instead delving into scenes through expressive eye and body language. This is also coupled with an immersive exploration of landscapes, complemented by a vibrant and rich score which helps compensates for the limited verbal communication. This movie opens with the line, "Slow, take your time", and this echoes the pacing present. The pacing is slow and sometimes torturous; stares linger long and hugs last even longer. The nonlinear manner the scenes are presented in also deprives the movie from having a buildup. All Dirt Roads Taste Of Salt stands out with its unique mosaic approach to memories, but this won't be to everyone's taste or appreciation. However, its commendable cinematography and setting contribute to its distinctive character. 5.5/10 Rated 3/5 Stars •  Rated 3 out of 5 stars 01/16/24 Full Review Jonathan G Very raw, very slow, and very memorable. Raven Jackson's directorial feature debut is very tender in its love and caring towards its characters, and the sounds of nature is soothing and comforting. This was written exceptionally, and I'm sad that this is yet another gem from A24 that fell between the cracks. Rated 4/5 Stars •  Rated 4 out of 5 stars 01/08/24 Full Review Read all reviews

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