‘Submarine’ directed by Richard Ayoade is a beautiful coming of age film about a socially awkward boy and his love interest a mysterious girl. This indie film gives off a Wes Anderson vibe with the incredible soundtrack performed by Alex Turner.
‘Submarine’ explored the awkward stage in-between adolescence and adulthood as two teenagers fall in love with each other as they are still trying to figure out who they are themselves. The witty dry humour of the film adds to the alternative genre of film making it immediately likable. The character of Oliver Tate hopelessly pines after the mysterious Jordana Bevan, and as their romance blossoms the film becomes increasingly intriguing. Jordana’s coolness contrasts with Oliver’s awkwardness and stunned facial expression but this makes their characters even more likable as if there is something hidden and secretive about both of them. Their wild contrast adds to the quirky lightheartedness of the film.
Tension is built well as Oliver’s relationship with Jordana starts to fall apart and he tries hopelessly to stop it from doing so. At the same time he is anxious that his parent’s marriage is also falling apart. Oliver’s way of speaking with far more knowledge than a 15-year-old boy makes the film more humorous. The use of dark humour adds more depth to the story. This new genre of British film is definitely something I would love to see more of.