A good movie makes us think

Betsy 2022-12-23 04:09:40

Weirdest movie I've seen this year. Why can't being single be absorbed by the mainstream consciousness of society? Why should the so-called good match between partners be defined by higher social laws? Why do humans become value machines without knowing it? In this film's black and white, dystopian story frame, the director uses my favorite dark humor and film language rich in irony and metaphor to tell a story that makes people laugh, but also makes people think.
Thinking about our real society, isn't it actually happening a lot of the time? Single dog, leftover girl, forced marriage, aren't these words all formed under such values? Most people are actually judging others by their own measure of value. Such a society, we live in it without knowing it.

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  • Frank 2022-05-19 22:51:19

    The hotel does not allow single dogs, the city pays attention to matching families, and the extreme couples in the woods (countryside) die together... It's a true portrayal of the world. The narrative and soundtrack are quite retro... Actually, I think a soundtrack with a minimalist impression like "Into the House" should be used.

  • Breana 2022-05-19 21:45:30

    The soundtrack is slightly explosive, and the final open-ended ending is kind enough; the same fable world is more fun than "Dogtooth", and in some places there is a bit of new wave meaning.

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    David: That's right, ten out of ten again. Can I give you a kiss?

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    Short Sighted Woman: Thank you very much.