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 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 Jamie C You're going to want to set aside time for this gem and be in the right frame of mind for it's subtleties to reel you in. If this happens, you will not forget this movie. It's so beautiful, poignant and it resonated with me deeply. A brave film to make for its lack of dialogue but it's soundscapes and scenery more than make up for the absence of words. I loved it. Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/05/24 Full Review Audience Member Near perfection. Having a hard time thinking of another debut film that felt so much like an old school director with decades of storytelling had made. Jackson has an eye that must come from some ethereal place. Her imagery is fresh and there’s times when I’ve wondered if I’ve ever lived with my eyes open. Beauty. Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 11/26/23 Full Review Read all reviews

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