ケイデン・コタードはニューヨークに住む劇作家。平凡だった彼の日常は、ある日を境に変わっていく。 額を切って病院へ行けば、原因不明の病気と診断され、家族からは、自分が演出した自信満々の舞台をけなされる。 夫婦仲も上手くいかず、遂には愛する妻と娘に捨てられてしまう。新しい恋人を作ろうとするも、優柔不断で逃げられて…。 そんな失敗続きで、人生に嫌気がさしていた彼の元に、マッカーサー・フェロー賞(別名“天才賞”)を受賞した知らせが届く。 大金と名誉を手に入れた彼は、人生をやり直そうとそのすべてを注ぎ込んだ、一世一代のプロジェクトを実行する。 それは、自分の頭の中に思い描いた理想のニューヨークを本物のニューヨークの中にもう一つ作り、誰も見たことのない舞台を上演する事だった。
"Synecdoche, New York," a 2008 film produced by Likely Story and Projective Testing Service in the United States, is a mesmerizing and labyrinthine exploration of the human condition. Directed by the visionary Charlie Kaufman, the film delves into the life of theater director Caden Cotard, portrayed with haunting intensity by Philip Seymour Hoffman. As Caden grapples with his deteriorating health and crumbling personal life, he embarks on an ambitious project to create a life-sized replica of New York City within a warehouse, blurring the lines between reality and fiction. The film's title, a nod to the literary device of synecdoche, reflects its thematic focus on the interconnectedness of individual lives and the broader human experience. Kaufman's script is a tapestry of existential musings, woven with threads of dark humor and poignant introspection. The narrative unfolds with a dreamlike quality, as Caden's project spirals out of control, mirroring his own descent into confusion and despair. The film's ensemble cast, including standout performances by Catherine Keener, Samantha Morton, and Michelle Williams, brings depth and nuance to the complex web of relationships that define Caden's world. Through their interactions, Kaufman explores themes of love, loss, and the relentless passage of time, inviting viewers to confront their own mortality and the search for meaning in an indifferent universe. Visually, "Synecdoche, New York" is a triumph of cinematic artistry, with cinematographer Frederick Elmes crafting a series of striking tableaux that capture the film's surreal atmosphere. The meticulous attention to detail in the construction of the replica city serves as a metaphor for the futility of human endeavors and the inescapable nature of our own narratives. As Caden's project grows increasingly elaborate, the boundaries between the real and the imagined dissolve, leaving audiences to question the nature of reality itself. Ultimately, "Synecdoche, New York" is a profound meditation on the human experience, challenging viewers to confront the complexities of existence and the search for meaning in a world that often seems indifferent to our struggles. Kaufman's bold vision and uncompromising approach to storytelling result in a film that is both intellectually stimulating and emotionally resonant, cementing its status as a modern masterpiece of American cinema.
年2008
ホームページ http://www.sonyclassics.com/synecdocheny
予算20000000$
収益4383538$
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ジャンルドラマ
製作国United States of America
