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Originally Posted by Sculpt
Well said, despite indecent subject matter, it does imbue every character with humanity. It digs into the why and inner conflict, and although titillating and sometimes glib (and I read engages in slapstick, which I don't recall), it's a morality play, though likely an insincere one. Not surprisingly, I read this is based on a 70's French film.
"This could only have been made in the 80's", except when it was made and glorified by Hollywood and critics in the 1999 film 'American Beauty', winning Best Picture. Been a long time since I saw either, but I read both films indicate the young lady is 17. Obviously, AB is a broader story.
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Well said, Sculpt. Thought AB was kind of depressing, although it's the more "important" film, winning the Oscars. Been awhile since I've seen it and do remember Mean Survari was 17 and coquettish, but Kevin Spacey was doing more of the pursuing, in a nebbish sort of way, whereas Michael Caine is the Bunny Rabbit in Michelle's headlights
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