It's a film with a human charm, with a skilful and compassionate director. As Lukas Dhont's impressive debut, it looks good in a totally natural blend of Dutch and French. He's not afraid to tackle difficult subjects, and cast lead Victor Bost into an actor with acting and dancing
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The film shows empathy for its subject. In the world of ballet, the human body is bent and reshaped by the force of the will, providing fertile ground for this transformation process. The camera's depiction of Laura's body makes sense because it's her place of focus and her own battleground
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