The reason I like this one more is that, for the first time in the movie, there is a real "gay correction" kind of weird school, just like our electric shock therapy school for Internet addiction, which makes people feel ridiculous and pedantic, but its existence is very Incredible. Such irresponsible educational institutions must be exposed on a large scale to prevent them from continuing to harm people.
The film bravely criticized the stubborn ideology of Christianity and clearly stood on the side of gay rights. If your three views are different from this, it is difficult to like it. But if you happen to be open to that, it's guaranteed to be eye-opening to see just what absurd ways the die-hards have cemented their views.
The boy played by Lucas in this film was originally born in a religious family. Like his mother, he was always controlled and influenced by his father, who was a priest. He did not dare to challenge Christianity or patriarchy. But after he entered this "gay correction" school, he saw all kinds of illogical and ridiculous education methods, was treated like a prisoner, and the book contained many typos, and the principal did not have any certification, and finally could not bear it. And he could finally escape from this bondage because of the change in his mother's attitude. Kidman's character has been a housewife who hides in the background and doesn't speak much for the first half, but the final transformation is applauded, embodying an awakening of personal rights and awareness.
The final outburst of the male protagonist and the change of his mother's attitude heralds that people's minds will not be forcibly imprisoned, and once the disadvantaged decides to challenge the power, change will take place. Although the film tells about the struggle within a family, it actually reflects the changing consciousness of people in today's era. In this era of emphasizing diversity, representation, and the right to speak, this film is a challenge to conservative thinking, but it is actually full of political implications.
Lucas has two new films this year, and I am more optimistic about being shortlisted for this one. Because of his relaxed and relaxed performance in this film, it shows the process of inner repression, release, and explosion, which is more layered than other performances. The film itself has also received rave reviews and is in line with the needs of the times, which is quite suitable for the occasion. Probably the most Oscar-looking work at the Toronto Film Festival so far.
Nicole Kidman's performance in this film is more in line with her usual line, the housewife who forced a smile, is not as good as Destroyer's breakthrough. But a comparison of the two roles can also better reflect that her play is very broad, and she is not restricted by her appearance. With the help of makeup, she can easily be like two people.
In order to perform the real prototype, Russell Crowe should gain weight and have a large bowel movement. Although he does not have many scenes, he still gave a good performance in a scene confronting his son.
In addition, I have to mention that there are many beautiful men such as Troye Sivan, Joe Alwyn, Xavier Dolan and so on. . .
(Toronto Cinema)
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