As much as I wanted to laud this film as a immortal and intelligent story set in the world of classical music I cannot. Tàr is a beautifully shot and impecibly acted film that feels like it is trying to say something of consequence, but unfortunately it has not develop enough of its own vocabulary to speak to any of its interesting points. In sum, it is a hollow and trope-filled spectacle saved by Cate Blanchette's truly amazing performance with superb sound design and and cinematography. There is a lot to chew on through the film, and the developement of the plot cleverly respects the audience's intelligence and leaves you to slowing put together the story. There were so many moments that were perfect: the dream sequences, little moments, glares and captivating looks across the characters. But as a story of downfall, self obsession, and ultimately portraying Tàr as a sad woman—one we would feel sorry for if she wasn't so abhorent—it falls short to explore its themes in meaningful ways.