producer '70s New York. Allegedly freedom and permissiveness. And in fact, the fast passage of time. Changing traditions. New times. There is only one constant in all this: Harvey Keitel’s modest appearance and ambitious inner hero. In a deliberately simple T-shirt, he plans something incredibly daring - to become a music producer and break into the leaders.
This motif runs through the entire film. It passes easily and unobtrusively, like the many moods in the cinema of the 70s. Simple conversations and walking around the city. As if Godard's early ribbons are woven into the visual canvas of the tape.
This creates a somewhat ambiguous effect. Easily and effortlessly, our hero takes and creates real opposition to market leaders, and at the same time builds his personal life. This is somewhat contrary to the classic examples of achieving the American dream. It’s all about the portrait – the hero is both relaxed and purposeful.
I think there's something honest about this portrayal of reality and it's close to real business. And that makes the movie interesting. However, the tape definitely lacked intrigue and plot intricacies. It seems that 2-3 moves and would turn out something altogether outstanding. This is just an extraordinary decision.
6 out of 10