A non-mainstream movie. It is non-mainstream because the whole film is completely different from the works we are usually familiar with. There are no violent dramatic conflicts or unexpected scenes. It just plainly talks about the extraordinary life of an ordinary father and daughter. Of course, there are no spoilers.
Father Will and his daughter Tom live in seclusion in a forest park, living in isolation and relying on each other. When I am thirsty, I drink rainwater, when I am hungry, I gather mushrooms to satisfy my hunger. At night, I put up a plastic sheet to keep out the wind and rain. Just live unrestrained. Until one day, the police patrolling the mountains found them and handed them over to the local rescue organization. The aid organization, like our poverty alleviation organization, is full of love and enthusiasm, arranged them on a farm, provided housing and food for the father and daughter, and asked them hundreds of questions in order to understand their living and psychological conditions, Of course the purpose is to hope that they become "normal people". He thought that he was helping the difficult group of Will and his daughter, and that he was doing good deeds. But Will didn't appreciate it, and fled with Tom to find another place. Tom asked his father, "Do you miss our life on the farm?" Will replied, "That life doesn't really belong to us." Tom had been in contact with other people on the farm and liked the life there, she asked carefully Father: "It would be easier if we tried to adapt." Father said: "We wear their clothes, live in their houses, eat their food, and do their jobs. But we've adapted to being invisible to others. Live where we are." It wasn't until the end that Will and Tom realized that what they wanted was a different life.
It was hinted in the film that Will chose this kind of life because of the after-effects he left in the army. Of course, there may be other reasons, such as falling out of love, hating modern life, trying to survive in the wild, etc. His motives don't really matter. And the director's intent isn't to ponder Will's original motives, but to describe the lives of such people and explore what they think. Not only in the United States, but in many parts of the world there are such people. There are monks chanting sutras in remote castles, hermits huddled in Zhongnan Mountain, and villages far from reinforced concrete cities that are completely self-sufficient with their hands. Whether it's their impulsiveness or long-term rational thinking, they all choose this way of life in the end. They did not disturb others, nor did they force others to be with them. In their feelings, spiritual pleasure is far more important than material abundance, and spiritual comfort is far better than the convenience of modern life. In this case, we should respect their choices. Respect this way of life, and more respect their thinking.
There are all kinds of people living in this world, with all kinds of personalities, preferences and emotions. The world is also colorful. A lifestyle that is accepted by most people does not mean that it works for everyone. The so-called "universal" may apply to most people, but not necessarily to everyone. You live in a great house in great beauty. Some people feel suffocated by reinforced concrete. You like square dancing with everyone, but he likes being alone. You enjoy the warmth of the heating and air conditioning, but Will prefers to use flint wood for warmth. You use a diamond ring to express your deep love to your lover, and Will uses his body to warm Tom's frozen feet to show a deeper affection. What people understand today as "happiness" may be pedantic in the future. Our modern education and thinking, and the ubiquitous media teachings we have received, are trying to make us a standard modern person to integrate into a standardized society. People's thinking is also moving towards convergence, as Alvin Toffler said in "The Third Wave", modern people even choose the same time to have sex. Just think: Is this kind of life of thousands of people interesting? We must prefer that kind of colorful life to show their talents. Therefore, in the choice of lifestyle, no one is qualified to act as a trainer and enlightener, to teach us that we can only do this and not that. It is even less possible to affirm the habits of the majority as unquestionably "correct".
In the film, Will gave Tom the greatest care and deepest affection. However, what he didn't expect was that he couldn't choose her life instead of his daughter. After contacting those kind people, Tom had the idea of returning to society. When she made up her mind to break up with her father, she said: "The people here are no different from us. What you can't accept, doesn't mean I can't accept it. This kind of life is what you need, not me." Tom can go through it with his father The hardships and dangers of her life, and she doesn't care whether she is hungry or not, she certainly hopes to get the care of her father at all times. However, what she wants more is to feel the whole society and to communicate with people. This desire is irreplaceable by warmth and affection. Will understood his daughter's thoughts, and they hugged silently and left each other. The final scene shows the daughter looking at the back of her father's park, walking slowly on the road, surrounded by endless forests. In the thickest part of the forest, Will left the road and walked in.
What I worry about is that after a limited number of contacts with people, all Tom sees is the kindness and friendliness of people, and the society is also evil and dangerous. When she knows that the world is not as beautiful as she hoped, how will she face it, will she miss those years of living with her father?
A little off topic. Modern society is more and more tolerant of people's behavior. In the film, whether the Will father and daughter hitchhike halfway, or live in an old lady's room in a small town, all the other party needs to know is that they are not bad people, and they will greet them with great kindness and friendship. them. without questioning their behavior and motives. There will be no tailgating and onlookers that we often see here. This is also a sign of the progress of civilization. People love freedom, but this freedom is not unlimited. Governments of various countries have formulated various laws and systems to regulate and restrain people's freedom. In places with a high degree of civilization such as Europe and the United States, it is natural to be more liberal, while for places that have just gotten out of ignorance, the system is stricter. These are all natural. There is no need for anyone to criticize each other. Ideal freedom does not exist. Instead of constantly complaining, it is better to choose and enjoy life carefully.
The scenery in the park where the film was shot is beautiful. The green grass, green leaves, and even the trunks of the forest are full of green moss, which is very desirable. Intoxicating.
My rating: 8.0.
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