An action film where music, cinema, and timing are perfectly combined: that’s what you can expect on Tuesday, May 27th, at Cinema Unfiltered. For this edition, we’re screening the modern classic Baby Driver. This is a film that goes beyond just explosions and car chases!
Film director Edgar Wright is known for his brilliant ability to combine genres with humor, action, and music. In his iconic Cornetto Trilogy (Shaun of the Dead, Hot Fuzz, and The World’s End), he parodies the zombie, police, and science fiction genres, while also showing a deep love and respect for them. With Baby Driver, Wright takes his signature style to the next level by blending a heist film with a tightly choreographed musical structure.
In Baby Driver, music is not just background noise but the driving force of the film itself. Baby (played by Ansel Elgort) is a young driver with tinnitus. He listens to music constantly to drown out the persistent ringing in his ears. The result is a film where each scene is meticulously synchronized with the soundtrack, whether it’s an intense car chase or a simple coffee run. The action, the editing, and even the movements of the characters follow the rhythm of the music, making the film feel like a perfectly choreographed music video.
Wright wrote the scenes with specific songs in mind and edited the film like a visual symphony. As a result, Baby Driveris not just an action film but a unique and immersive experience that clearly sets itself apart from others in the genre.
In a time when digital effects and CGI often take the lead, Edgar Wright consciously chooses practical effects in Baby Driver to keep the action authentic. While many modern blockbusters (like most Marvel films) rely heavily on digital tricks, Wright opts to actually film the car chases, without relying on computer-generated imagery. This choice gives the film a physical intensity that is often missing in movies that rely too much on CGI to create the action.
By focusing on practical effects, Wright ensures that the story in Baby Driver is just as important as the visual spectacles. In many modern action films, the story often takes a backseat, with the plot overshadowed by special effects and CGI. In Baby Driver, however, the two work in harmony, with the action seamlessly merging with the emotion and rhythm of the film. This ensures that every turn, explosion, and chase is not only visually convincing but also physically immersive. This makes the film a unique experience that you won’t forget.
Don't miss the chance to experience Baby Driver on the big screen! At the end of the film, we'll be hosting a Mariokarttournament, where you can win two free tickets for Concordia! Click here for more information about tickets and showtimes:
