Martin McDonagh is known for his witty and morbid black humored writing and each film he has done has not only been hilarious, but also has engaging drama and memorable characters. I am pleased to say that his latest film is his best yet. From the performances, story, dialog, characters, directing etc, every element works together beautifully to create a comedy drama which hits hard and stays with you.
Frances McDormand performance is outstanding, truly an ideal choice of casting. Supporting performances from Woody Harrelson and Sam Rockwell are also worth mentioning for how realistic they feel in such a off the wall story. The soundtrack and score is not only completely immersive, but also features some fantastic songs that help create a portrait of the film as they ring in your ear as you leave the cinema.
The most impressive feat is the way the McDonagh perfectly sets the tone for a film which is really a tragedy disguised as a comedy, a tone that I would imagine requires quite a few shifts, however this film transitions them beautifully. Not only that but each character from this assemble cast, even the smaller supporting roles; is fleshed out and feels interesting. 'Three Billboards' is a brilliant example of what you can do with a dark comedy and is a film which I believe will be remembered for years to come.
Rating: 10/10
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