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The small things
No pun intended - minimalistic would be another term one may think of, when watching this. And it is about performances and not appearances (although in a sense that too). Also the way Anke Engelke is able to transform - her exterior self but also vocally. There is a lot to cherish I reckon ... but there is also the chance of this being viewed as ... well mundane.
While it is subtle in a way, it also is quite in your face. Yes the patriarchy ... yes the norms and cliches of everyday life ... yes the struggles to keep juggling many responsibilities ... and yes to many other things. You may like what this does or just be annoyed by it. You may think it is important to show a status quo (that needs to change) ... or not. Again, tough one to rate, tough one to watch - especially because it does feel like it is preaching ... on the other hand it may be necessary. And with performances like that also quite important I assume ...
While it is subtle in a way, it also is quite in your face. Yes the patriarchy ... yes the norms and cliches of everyday life ... yes the struggles to keep juggling many responsibilities ... and yes to many other things. You may like what this does or just be annoyed by it. You may think it is important to show a status quo (that needs to change) ... or not. Again, tough one to rate, tough one to watch - especially because it does feel like it is preaching ... on the other hand it may be necessary. And with performances like that also quite important I assume ...
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- kosmasp
- Jul 14, 2023
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