Imperfect, but more than enough to put Kogonada on the map.

In its precision - the framing of each shot is as eloquent as the dialogue - and measured pacing, Columbus is a balm, a deep tissue massage for the soul.

From all the formal elegance there emerges something subtly but profoundly affecting about family and friendship.

Modernity itself is what architecture is meant to reflect, only to been seen as the film's biggest irony with two characters who refuse to let themselves progress forward...it's a complete and wonderful arc, made by a wonderful architect.