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Minari (2020)
Heartfelt
"Minari" is a superb film that follows a Korean-American family searching for a better life in the countryside of the USA. This change forces the family to confront deep-rooted issues. While the story can be summarized simply, there's so much more to it. Every scene is beautifully shot, and the soundtrack enhances the film's special quality.
David, the son, suffers from a heart condition, a fact revealed at the start (so no spoilers!). Alan Kim's portrayal of David is exceptional, capturing both vulnerability and resilience. Youn Yuh-jung, who plays the grandmother, brings humor and warmth to the film, earning her a well-deserved Oscar for her performance.
The film uses the symbolism of the minari plant, which can grow anywhere and be eaten by anyone, rich or poor. It can even serve as medicine, to me symbolizing love and family. Love and family, like minari, can thrive anywhere, regardless of wealth, and can heal in times of need.
Director Lee Isaac Chung's semi-autobiographical storytelling is deeply personal yet universally relatable. His direction ensures that every moment feels authentic and emotionally engaging
Ultimately, "Minari" emphasizes the importance of hard work and mutual support in overcoming life's struggles. As always, Steven Yeun delivers an outstanding performance.
On Becoming a Guinea Fowl (2024)
Be a guinea fowl
The funeral traditions of a Zambian family reveal deep-rooted divisions, with the deceased's family on one side and the wife's family on the other. This rift leads to various comical and exaggerated situations. From the outset, it's clear that the deceased man was not a good person, but the prevailing sentiment is one of indifference due to his passing,nothing can be changed now.
Enter the guinea fowl, a creature known in the wild for its role in alerting other animals to nearby predators. This serves as a metaphor within the story: just as the guinea fowl sounds the alarm to protect others, we too have a responsibility to speak out against wrongdoing. Failing to do so perpetuates the cycle of abuse.
Despite its simplicity, the story carries an important message and is worth telling.
The Surfer (2024)
Can you quit before it's too late?
The story unfolds with Cage arriving at a beach that holds great significance to him. However, when he's ridiculed and forbidden from surfing there with his son, it triggers a series of events that progressively detach from reality, leaving the audience to question even the reality we a witnessing.
One aspect I appreciate is the exploration of the sunken cost fallacy, the tendency to persist with an endeavor we've invested in, even if the current costs outweigh the benefits. Having recently faced a similar decision, I understand how challenging it is to step back and accept a loss.
Watching this in the GL Theatre with Cage and the rest of the crew was a very enjoyable experience.😄
Bird (2024)
Excellent
This is an excellent coming-of-age story, reminiscent of "Wild Diamond" but, in my opinion, executed even better. We follow the life of Bailey, a 12-year-old girl living in the depleded areas of the UK. From the outset, it's clear that Bailey perceives the world differently from those around her. Nature, animals, and especially birds, symbolize freedom and lightness, a sensation that comes across vividly.
Bailey meets Bird, a character who embodies the person she aspires to become. Initially, she mocks Bird, but by the end, her ridicule transforms into admiration. Bailey faces numerous challenges, and Bird subtly guides her toward resolution. Some questions remain unanswered, but for me, the specific answers are unimportant. The journey and the growth Bailey experiences are what truly matter.