It's true that not all queer youth is full of lengthy self-identification, especially when the sense of equality precedes self-awakening, because then the brain will only tell you that it's not strange to like anyone. Therefore, it makes sense to make it a "unremarkable" youth campus love story without deliberately highlighting the special features that distinguish it from the heterosexual group.
It is said to be "unremarkable", but it actually depicts a lot of things, and it is the kind of movie that will be very cool with a second brush of details.
For example, the seemingly inappropriate behavior of the male protagonist is actually expressing his feelings in his own way. (Remembering that when I was young and ignorant, I thought it was not love because I didn’t like the way others expressed, at least I won’t be so selfish in the future.)
For example, Ellie was moved by the hero's spontaneous righteousness.
For example, two people who seem to have nothing in common can become good friends.
For example, exchanges need the cooperation of you and me like table tennis.
For example, the unnaturalness behind Ellie's eyes when facing Aster.
For example, the indefinable relationship between the male protagonist and Ellie in the later period is a little more special than the buddies.
For example, some things do not work out.
Like "Love is messy and horrible and selfish...and bold."
such as "the boldest stroke you can make"
This film touched me even more than many domestic romance films. The carefulness behind the "simple and honest" behavior of the male lead, Ellie's delicate sensitivity and occasional bravery, and the many secret thoughts between the two female leads. I have seen it, I have seen it myself. Human emotions are complex, and various emotional experiences make it difficult for me to determine my orientation. Only queer can explain everything. Can resonate with people from different backgrounds, screenwriter Wu Siwei is really impressive, and I am looking forward to her other films.
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