Kelly Reichardt's new work has changed the decline of the previous work "Operation Night", and once again presents a sensitive and delicate female psychological analysis. Under the warm narrative tone and calm storyline, there is an independent and fearless contemporary female attitude. The touching force is close to her other classic "Wendy and Lucy". Like "Wendy and Lucy", the story is set in a desolate and remote Montana town. The interpersonal relationships in the three stories are quite interesting, both deliberately alienating each other and colliding unintentionally. It not only metaphors the inequality between men and women, but also reflects the natural response of traditional women under social pressure. Fortunately, the director has successfully captured the most tenacious and fearless personality qualities of these three women. Whether it is dealing with clients, husbands and children, or gay people, they all adhere to the unique sensitivity and compassion of women in the process of facing difficulties. This is not a eloquent ode to women, but more like a prose poem that flows through the water, which is quite consistent with the director's consistent author style.
The most dramatic part is the first paragraph. Laura Dern, the queen of David Lynch, no longer plays the role of depression and division, and uses the most simple way to play a lawyer who is entangled with clients. In contrast, in the second paragraph, Michelle Williams' self-contained mother is a bit deliberate, but fortunately relies on a few empty shots without dialogue to make up for a somewhat difficult poetic quality. The finale segment with the appearance of Twilight Girl has the most sympathetic taste between women. The two men hesitate to say anything, and their careful exploration and attack are full of sensitivity and suggestion that are unique to women. However, in comparison, the performance of the other new actor is more eye-catching.
In the European and American film circles where female themes are popular this year, this film is definitely a good work, and the indifferent narrative gives me room for continuous aftertaste.
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