[rating:90/100]

There’s no other concert movie like Miroir Noir. This is probably because there is no other band like the Arcade Fire.

Yes, I understand that AF models their sound off of other bands. Bruce Springsteen, U2, and Bob Dylan are all cited as influences of the band, and countless others can be named. But no other band meshes such lush orchestration, such beautiful lyrics, such haunting vocals, and such broad concepts in such a fantastic way.

I realize that I am biased, with AF being my favorite band. But that’s the thing: they WEREN’T- until I saw their intense, passionate live show, that is. And Miroir Noir, among other things,  films Arcade Fire concerts in the only way that makes sense- with jittery, fast-paced motions, ever-changing color palletes, and a shaky camera that somehow never loses control. Continue reading →