SERGIO (2020)

SERGIO is an example on how not to tell a story out of chronological order. Not because it was confusing (it's always clear when something is taking place), but because there doesn't seem to be a purpose. For example, it opens in Baghdad 2003 right after the U.N. headquarters have been attacked. Flashback to a conversation between diplomat Sergio Vieira de Mello and economic adviser Carolina Larriera. They're obviously a couple. Back to 2003. Flashback to Sergio and Carolina meeting each other. And it goes on and on like this. In fact, the sensual and romantic montage that's usually reserved for the 1st time 2 characters have sex with each other is shown around the 70-minute-mark. How does any of this complement the narrative or give the viewer insight into these people's evolution over time? Wagner Moura's performance, while not bad, isn't strong enough to save this snorefest that, aside from the Baghdad scenes, has made-for-TV production values. Yes, it's listed as a Netflix original, but it was screened at the Sundance Festival, so it theoretically should still showcase cinematic quality.

1/10
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