Sin and hope

Xzavier 2022-01-17 08:01:05

The rhythm is relaxed, and the seeming slowness actually implies fierce conflicts. Especially the two scenes of car chasing at night and the last heavy rain add a lot of color to the film. The clues seem messy but they are actually neat and orderly, and one by one suspense also appears just right, without wasted shots and useless details. In the end, although the mystery was revealed to the audience, it was not revealed in the play. The contradictions showed the social status quo in Spain in the 1980s, the cruel and corrupt transition period. Juan, as a former fascist, is actually a bigger demon, but his deteriorating health and Pitro’s recognition are also a metaphor for a brighter future, although corruption and violence are still eroding the entire society. system.

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female is a hidden protagonist in the film. They live in this closed wild land, the surrounding swamps and the constantly appearing "dead roads" symbolize the trapped life and the future with nowhere to go. They are tempted by a colorful and seemingly hopeful leaflet, and want to break free from this predicament and find a more promising future. But the sad thing is that this leaflet has led them into a darker and cruel abyss. In the end, although Xiao Lao was arrested, the larger demon was safely hidden behind the scenes. His reputation and property were not lost a bit, and people no longer held accountable. But this is also the reality of the social transformation period. The villain can be safe and sound, and may receive various commendations from the government afterwards, but a crime will be buried by time and then forgotten.

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  • Adela 2022-03-26 09:01:11

    Shanghai Film Festival #12#, SFC Shanghai Film (New Hengshan Branch). The Spanish version of Twin Peaks.

  • Skyla 2022-03-23 09:03:01

    #1864# The title is very beautiful, the feeling that everyone wants to escape, and the chase in the middle is quite exciting. It's a drama, not a big twist