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Gasman (1997)
The subject is unambiguous
I didn't quite grasp the theme of this movie, but the portrayal of the child's life, especially depicting the girl going through adolescence, was evident. I had several points of confusion while watching this film. Firstly, I found it odd that, unlike in many countries where Christmas is often spent with family, in this movie, the protagonist doesn't spend it with her family but with the child of another family. I couldn't understand what the creator was trying to convey about this. Secondly, I wondered why there were only men at the party venue. Although I couldn't quite comprehend what this short film was attempting to convey, in my interpretation, it seemed to highlight a reversal of gender roles in the household, leading me to think that the difference in roles between men and women was the main theme. Honestly, the theme was a bit challenging for me to grasp.
Two Strangers Who Meet Five Times (2017)
Good movie
I watched this movie and found it to be a comedy. Two aspects of the film particularly intrigued me. Despite racism being a central theme, the positive portrayal of the relationship between the two characters made it challenging to discern which aspect was the primary focus. Nonetheless, the storytelling was compelling, drawing me in with the idea that 'a filming is a manager of emotions.' Frankly, I considered the concept of meeting someone unexpectedly five times in one's life, where each encounter becomes a pivotal moment for that person, to be a captivating element. Such encounters seemed simply enviable.
Otousan no tabako (2007)
Family love
I feel that this movie depicts a universal family love, and what particularly intrigues me is the fact that the family consists of three members. The setting gives off a nostalgic atmosphere of an old-fashioned town. The presence of a three-member family conveys a sense of portraying a modern nuclear family. The contrast between the setting of the old town and the family image of a father, mother, and one child seemed to highlight the depiction more vividly. Furthermore,
the narrative's development, especially the scene where the daughter buys cigarettes for her father, effectively conveys her concern for her father. Instead of relying on verbal exchanges between the mother
and daughter, the film uses visual information when the daughter.
Enters her father's room, making it clearer that she cares about her father. I suggest that the Show, Don't Tell uses are very effective in the movie.
Knick Knack (1989)
KNICK KNACK
I feel that this movie portrays a sense of poignancy humorously and interestingly. The story revolves around a snowman trapped in a snow globe who yearns to escape and attempts to break free. One aspect that left me puzzled is whether the snowman was determined to go outside to play with the sunbathing girl wearing sunglasses and the pyramid, or if it was seeking freedom. The intention behind this storytelling, whether it was driven by a desire to play with the characters inside the globe or a longing for freedom, remains unclear to me. Another point that raised questions for me is why the setting outside was a tropical paradise. I speculate that when aiming to convey the lack of freedom in toys, the snow globe might have been the first thing that came to mind, and associating it with the yearning for a tropical, warm place is a creative choice. It reminded me of scenes in Toy Story where Mr. Potato Head loses his parts, perhaps drawing inspiration from a similar theme.
The Lunch Date (1989)
The lunch date
I find the portrayal of black people in this movie interesting. There are scenes depicting discomfort towards a black man when he offers to help pick up something that the main character, a white woman, dropped, with the woman expressing a preference for doing it herself. The gaze towards a homeless person with a sense of strangeness also seems to depict the current situation of black individuals. Additionally, I wonder how the reaction might differ if the character getting upset while eating a salad were white. I didn't appreciate the portrayal of the final scene where, if the misunderstanding about the seat had been realized, a brief apology or an attempt to find the man would have been more appropriate, in my opinion. Moreover, I feel a sense of sympathy for the ordinary situations that black people face. In reality, I believe that any person, regardless of their race, would speak up if a stranger was casually sharing their salad without permission. The way the movie associates this discomforting action with the relationship between the white and black characters is a remarkable storytelling choice.
Three Days in Kamakura (2012)
Three days in Kamakura
It seems like the film portrays the uncertainty of whether the director intended to convey a sense of family discord or the desires of the child. The scenes depicting both family discord and the child's desires are made salient. From the perspective of the child's desire, scenes such as the wife showing her stomach scar and the argument about the boy going somewhere without anyone knowing are portrayed very vividly. Perhaps we should think that the family discord is resolved when the wife allows the neighbor into their home after hearing about the husband not returning due to a train accident in the final scene. However, the film notes that the resolution of family discord is not explicitly shown in the storytelling. Instead, it is indirectly implied. I find it interesting that the resolution is not directly presented but rather implied, assuming that the audience is expected to understand the situation individually.
Spielzeugland (2007)
Toyland
Firstly, I suggest that the aggressive question of when Hienrich's mother wakes up in the morning and notices that Hienrich is disappearing is effectively presented. I consider it the first point that engages the audience. Additionally, as the second point to draw people in, there is the aspect of a shifted timeline. Portraying the present and the past, depicting it from the perspective of the child and the mother, adds a compelling dimension to the story. Films can fall into two patterns: one that complicates the theme and simplifies the technique for clarity, and another that is straightforward in conveying the theme but may use complicated techniques. I think this movie falls into the latter category. It explicitly addresses the persecution of Jewish people and criticism of it as the theme, while employing complex techniques such as shifting the timeline to convey it.
Love at First Sight (2010)
Love at first sight
This movie is a romantic movie. It is common to cast young men and women if it were to depict the typical pure love. However, this short film stands out because it chose an elderly couple. My simple impression is that I envied a life where one could experience love, at first sight, every day. When I first watched it, I didn't realize it depicted dementia. However, upon rewatching after understanding that it portrays dementia, I feel that if Ruth were asked to get married every day, it would be tough for her. The use of similar scenes at the beginning and end cleverly emphasizes the importance of emotions and memories.
Furthermore, I initially didn't realize that it portrayed dementia. Still, after understanding that Arthur had dementia, I could comprehend the subtle hints at dementia in the later part of the movie, especially in the scene where Ruth looks outside from the second floor. One point that leaves me curious is the brief side story involving Mark in the care facility. I wonder about the intention behind introducing Mark's scene and what effect it aims to have on the audience as part of the movie.
J'attendrai le suivant... (2002)
A unique way of meeting someone
I watched this short film and, despite its brevity, I felt it had a well-developed plot set in an unconventional location, namely the subway, where the story unfolds cohesively. The aspect that intrigued me the most was why they chose the subway as the setting for the encounter. In my opinion, if the man in the film is genuinely seeking a romantic connection, choosing the confined space of the subway seems unlikely. Therefore, I questioned the reason behind selecting the subway as the setting. My initial impression after watching the film was that I felt sorry for the woman. From there, I inferred that the film aims to highlight the fragility of human relationships in today's increasingly distant society, cautioning against easily trusting others. By using the subway, a place where human connections are often tenuous, the film effectively conveys the fragility it seeks to emphasize.