I was legitimately shocked when I saw that the Academy nominated both Cate Blanchett and Rooney Mara for their rolls in the forbidden love drama Carol. Now I love both actors and their performances apart from one another are enchanting enough, but when they share the screen together, the passion that is supposed to exist between the two just isn't there. It's largely a cold film made even colder by the dreary set design. And for a film seeking to challenge the status quo, Carol is quite safe. It never pushes any boundaries like you'd expect a movie about a socially unacceptable romance to. This film rarely moved me. Is it worth your time? It has a few captivating moments, but not enough soul to warrant a recommendation.
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