During my vacation time, I watched two movies about homosexuality in a row, ① "Mistaken Education" in the United States and ② "Tackling the Heart" in France. Due to the frequent viewing of the film, the author developed intermittent "sexual orientation" and ambiguous symptoms, and was shocked. Shaking hands... Drinking a cup of hot chocolate... Resting for a while, the symptoms slow down, a moment's work, reappearing straight men.
In all fairness, since the same-sex theme shines at the Oscars in recent years, more and more directors and producers have tended to shoot such works (related to "homosexuality"). What is the reason? As we all know, fishing for gold! There is a market, a popularity, and a hot spot to make money. Against this background, outstanding "same-sex" films have shrunk, and bad films have become popular. What a pity! Therefore, when choosing and watching movies, we still have to choose carefully and carefully.
The book returns to the main story and enters the topic. Earlier, the author mentioned two works, "Mistaken Education" and "Sting Heart", both of which can be called recent masterpieces (about "homosexuality"). The former won the "34th Sundance Film Festival-Jury Award-Feature Film", and the latter was "The Finale Film of the Cannes Film Festival of the Year". Therefore, in terms of the quality and fineness of the film, it is difficult to distinguish between them, but due to the latter's "scale problem", I think about it and finally "abandon it" (if you are interested, you can download and enjoy it by yourself).
Today, let’s watch this...
American movie "Mistaken Education"
Type of work: plot
Main actor: Chloë Grace Moretz
Story Summary: Telling the self-growth journey of Cameron, a gay girl
Release time: Released in the UK on September 7, 2018
Thoughtful, connotative, very pure and realistic works, after reading it, a touch of sadness, a touch of joy, and a touch of relief remain in my mind...
Begin to comment, combine the three elements of the film (youth, homosexuality, faith) to explain in detail.
1. Youth
Mentioning the word "youth", what can we recall?
Is Qing Wu flying? Are you young and frivolous?
Is it "the young eagle spreads its wings and hates the sky"?
Is it "green"? Is it "innocent"? Is it "wandering"?
Youth has frozen too many stories worthy of nostalgia!
Just ask, in the story, what is Cameron's youth like?
In a word, mixed feelings! What does it mean? Explain through three sets of screens.
Picture one
Psychological state: embarrassed, hesitant
Correspondence to the incident: Coley, a friend of the same sex, was presumptuous in the car and was caught
Picture two
Mental state: helplessness, patience
Correspondence to the incident: The guardian believes that Cameron has "thought" problems (homosexual orientation), and then he is sent to the "treatment center" for study and reform (correction of wrong sexual orientation)
Picture three
Mental state: relaxed, released
Correspondence to the incident: After the Dongchuang incident (Mark couldn't stand the mental pressure exerted by the "treatment center" and took the razor from the palace), supervisors intervened in the investigation. Taking this opportunity, the "stubborn trio" Cameron, Jane, Adam designed and successfully escaped from the "treatment center", and the inner depression was finally released
Three sets of pictures and three moods represent the three stages of Cameron's thoughts.
The first stage: The "homosexual" trend of thought has not yet been awakened and is in the initial stage of exploration
The second stage: After continuous correction teaching of so-called "effective", "practical" and "feasible", Cameron gradually realized his sexual orientation and realized the true meaning of "same-sex love"
The third stage: confirm the identity of "homosexual", recognize one's future direction, and go on firmly
The youth (adolescence) that Cameron has gone through is different from that of most people, and is even regarded as a "heterogeneous" by many of his peers. However, this is precisely the essence (specific attribute) of "youth" and varies from person to person.
2. Homosexuality
As early as half a century ago, "homosexuality" was an invisible existence, and many LGBT lovers could only live in people's contempt and scolding. However, this situation has been completely changed in recent years. As people's minds continue to emancipate, as more and more people (especially celebrities) come out publicly, "gays" have changed their faces and completely turned themselves over. Take a look at the road. Holding small hands upwards, affectionate men and men (men's extreme femininity), women and women (women's extreme fierceness), the fashion trends of this era can't keep up with the next.
Back to the story, let’s look at and talk about Cameron’s history of homosexuality.
Three key words-youthfulness, simplicity, perseverance
"Sentimental" refers to: (before the original) Cameron's uncertainty, suspicion, and confusion about his homosexuality
"Simple" refers to: (exploring) Cameron can't be sure that homosexuality is motivated by "desire"? Or "love"?
"Perseverance" refers to: (after clarification) Cameron is convinced that she is "gay", and she is convinced that this is the "love" she pursues (different love)
One says one, and the other says two. The reason why Cameron can show love without fear in the play is ultimately to thank Western countries/societies for their tolerance and understanding of "homosexuality". It is precisely living in a relaxed environment that homosexuals can enjoy the sun and rain, the feeling of being loved, and the love between lovers just like heterosexuals.
Homosexuals and heterosexuals also have the right to love and be loved.
3. Faith
The religious belief mentioned in the play is very clear, Christianity. Why introduce religious topics? What's the meaning? Let's take a look together.
Before starting this topic, let's spread some religious knowledge to help the audience understand the content of the film.
① Christianity does not recognize "homosexuality"
Refer to the "Bible"-"Leviticus" 20:13, which records: If a man has sexual intercourse with a man, like with a woman, the two of them have done abominable things. They must always be put to death, and the sin will be attributed to them.
② Christians must not stop praying
Refer to the "Bible"-"1 Kings" 8:45, 8:49, respectively, record: Please listen to their prayers in heaven, so that they can win. Please listen to their prayers and petitions in your place in the sky, and avenge them.
③ "Monogamous" system
Refer to the "Bible"-"Genesis" 2:24, which records: Therefore, a person has to leave his parents and be united with his wife, and the two become one body.
After a simple analysis, continue to return to the original question in this paragraph. What is the significance of introducing religious topics into the story?
a, the entry point
According to official statistics, Christians in the United States account for more than 70% of the population. The film incorporates Christian elements and is intended to resonate with the audience, which is a good starting point.
b, the contrast point
The openness of "homosexuality" is in contrast to the strictness of "religious teachings".
The randomness of "atheists" contrasts with the rigorousness of Christians.
Many people gather for prayer and personal loneliness and sadness are in contrast.
c. Thinking point
First, think about the true meaning of religion (make people find the meaning of life)
Second, the gap between religion and homosexuality (can it be resolved?)
Third, the choice between faith and reality (which one is more important)
end.
Screenwriter ★★★★☆ (On the basis of the original work, some plots and refined lines are condensed, and the effect is good)
Director ★★★★☆ (Interesting director, Iranian descent, ideologically, combines the essence of the culture of the Middle East and the West, but is not limited to this, looking forward to the next one)
Actor ★★★★☆ (Chloë Grace Moretz has been trying different roles, jumping out of the "girl next door" frame, Huang Tian pays off.)
Plot ★★★★☆ (After the adaptation, the plot is much more compact. Although some sections are slightly out of touch, the overall effect is increased)
Visual effects ★★★☆☆ (The composition is relatively general, and the light and shadow effects are very good)
Sound effect ★★★☆☆ (a little weaker)
Recommendation ★★★★☆ (One of the most valuable "gay" works to watch in the year)
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