Before Sunrise (1995), Before Sunset (2004), and Before Midnight (2013)

Well, these are different - a trilogy starring the same actor and actress playing the same characters. It started in 1995 and added the next each nine years.

All the movies are slow - the pacing reminds me of Out of Africa (1985). My lower rating for the first film may reflect my getting used to it.

Ethan Hawke (Dead Poets Society 1989 - "Oh captain, my captain") and Julie Delpy (whom I was not familiar with) are wonderfully cast - their conversations are natural and fit their life experiences.

Each of the films feature exceptionally long scenes - some over 10 minutes - taken in one shot. I don't know how many 'takes' those scenes took but they are fascinating to watch as each interchange unfolds. Delpy and Hawke apparently became more involved in the writing in the latter two movies and the flow appears smoother.

I recommend all three films. The latest movie, Before Midnight, received exceptional reviews, which drew me to find the first two (and to watch them first). While all three are good, the most recent stands out and I would see it again.