"As complicated as it might be, we can't ignore the fact that her behavior is fucking insane."
Ted.
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| Damaged goods. |
Pace; 0/2
Acting;2/2
Aesthetic; 2/2
Originality & Intention; 1/2
Final Score; 6/10
Final Word; Is it a drama, is it a horror? Is it something more, or is it something less? if that sounds cryptic and irritating, this may not be the film for you...
Anyone who watched this on the strength of the trailer will probably be disappointed with the results, while anyone coming into the film fresh will likely be left just as baffled and likely irritated by its ending. Admittedly, while the film does feel slow it does create a sense of foreboding and tension- it's only by the time you reach the final closing shot that you realise it's all been for nothing: a slow build is fine so long as it's going somewhere. Ambiguity is all very clever, but an ending (any ending) is still required.
On the plus side, the acting is never less than believable, and some of the exchanges between the lead character and her protective older sister are very uncomfortable to watch- they feel raw and real, like overhearing your neighbors fighting through the wall.
It's hard to know what the director's intention was, but at least you can't say that you've "seen it all before". All very artistic but ultimately shallow.
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