Do you choose to believe that life is somewhere else or peace of mind is home

Kayleigh 2022-10-14 06:38:33

The introduction of the plot is too misleading. In fact, the story does not involve many people at all, nor does it tell a complicated story. It's nothing more than a story about an ex-girlfriend's failed attempt to regain her ex-lover. It's similar to the plot of "My Best Friend's Wedding", but it doesn't give the heroine a happy ending.
Even so, who can say that the heroine has a bad life, just like the fat man's sister said, she is the only woman in their town who can live in a big city, is a writer, drives a mini, and wears a silk dress. (Although it may not be the only one, but it is also the person who lives in this small town more wonderfully). She herself said that she felt that the villagers in the town had so little and yet were so satisfied. In fact, I have never understood why the photos of Buddy's children will make her rekindle her old love all of a sudden. Maybe it's more because the disappointment in reality makes her want to go back to the past warmth to find some comfort. I don't know if Buddy has any interest in her, but I believe that when they get back together, no one will be happy. The two of them are essentially two types of people. One is always dissatisfied and always feels that the scenery on the other side is more beautiful; Satisfied with the status quo, the wife and children can heat the kang head. When two people with different values ​​live together, conflicts are inevitable.
The three scenes of painting her nails in the film are quite interesting. There is also a scene where Mavis returns to her home. Her room is left untouched, and dozens of bottles of nail polish are also placed - it is indeed a beauty more than Everything girl. Maybe it's because she used to be a school girl. Although she is 37 years old and her appearance is somewhat damaged, she still firmly believes that as long as she is seduced by sex, she can make Buddy fall in love with herself again (but I think the actress who plays Beth is actually more beautiful) , she wrote in her novel that the heroine was unfairly regarded as a no-brainer because of her beauty (in fact, she used the novel to defend herself), but in fact, compared with other high school classmates, she does seem to be still living in a dream world . Associating with reality, there are indeed many such girls in big cities now.

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  • Mavis Gary: [answers phone] Hey, Buddy!

    Buddy Slade: Mavis Gary. It's been how long?

    Mavis Gary: I'm not sure. Gosh. Wow!

    Buddy Slade: So you're actually back in town, huh?

    Mavis Gary: Yeah, well, I'm just passing through. I am insanely busy as always.

    Buddy Slade: Well, I don't know how long you're around with your real estate thing, but I'd love to grab a drink.

    Mavis Gary: Okay. Well, if you're feeling spontaneous I could meet you at Woody's in, I don't know. 15 minutes?

    Buddy Slade: [laughs] Spontaneous really isn't a thing these days. I don't know if you heard but I am a new dad.

    Mavis Gary: Duh! Everyone knows. Yeah, the whole gang. I got that announcement. Thanks for that, by the way.

    Buddy Slade: You're welcome, you're welcome. How about we meet tomorrow at this place called Champion O'Malley's? It's kind of fun.

    Mavis Gary: Of course, yes. Yeah! How does 8:00, 8:30 sound?

    Buddy Slade: 6:00 would be better.

    Mavis Gary: 6:00 is perfect.

    Buddy Slade: Great, I'll see you at 6:00.

  • Mavis Gary: Weren't you that hate crime guy?

    Matt Freehauf: Excuse me?

    Mavis Gary: You totally were. You're the hate crime guy! Oh my God, why didn't you just say that? Now I know who you are. Matt, the hate crime guy.

    Matt Freehauf: Yes, Mavis. When when we were seniors a bunch of jocks who thought I was gay jumped me in the woods.

    Mavis Gary: That's right!

    Matt Freehauf: And hit me on the legs and dick with a crowbar.

    Mavis Gary: With a crowbar. I totally remember that.

    Matt Freehauf: It was national news. I mean, until people found out I wasn't really gay. Then it wasn't a hate crime anymore. It was a fat guy getting his ass beat.

    Mavis Gary: Didn't you get to miss a bunch of school?

    Matt Freehauf: Yes, I got to miss about six months. It was awesome.

    Mavis Gary: Fuck. How's your dick?

    Matt Freehauf: Not good. Not good.

    Mavis Gary: Does it work?

    Matt Freehauf: Yeah, it works. You know, it just kind of does.

    [makes sideways hand gesture]