Sally Potter's films are always full of musical rhythm, and this one is no exception. Of course, it is not only the vinyl records that the male protagonist keeps playing in the film, but also the dialogue of the actors creates a wonderful and smooth rhythm. The director tried to incorporate a lot of discussions of current hot topics into the indoor drama, such as feminism, political views, religious beliefs, love relationships, etc. It happened that the film was filmed and released during the Brexit period, which naturally added a bit of intriguing attitude. Although some experimental methods are used, the film still cannot get rid of the inherent stage play shadow, and the content of the actors' lines fully amplifies this fictional meaning, which makes the film's unique temperament to a loss. The too-simplified length also seems to affect the in-depth elaboration of many topics, which is a bit of a pity. The plot arrangement after the secret is revealed is suspected of being a farce. Fortunately, there is an unexpected ending to restore this sense of frustration.
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