It's a fantastic look into the psychology of addiction and the downward spiral, but also a really, really dark look at modern society. It's extremely profound, but also very bleak. I have watched it a couple of times in my life, but it's not one I am dying to re-watch soon simply on account of the fact that it drains you. It's also interesting to me that as I've aged, the story of Sara Goldfarb became the focal point. She became the character that impacted me the most.
Aronofsky is a brilliant writer and director. Clint Mansell is one of the best composers ever. The score in this one takes the whole story to another level.
It's definitely a movie for a solo, head-space sort of viewing - not something you're going to sit down and watch with a group of friends for easy entertainment.
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