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When Marianne rubbed a cloth to destroy the first portrait of Héloïse, I knew this film was going to be a once in a lifetime experience.
I love how expressive both actors are—their gazes, their nuances, and the way they deliver each line... If I may borrow Jane Austen’s words, this film has truly pierced my soul. All the eroticism is steeped in consent.
I also love the setting: the eerie mansion by the beach, with a cliff, was the perfect venue for a love story I could only imagine and dream of. I felt everything through this movie and loved how both actors flirted and argued until they could no longer speak or touch each other anymore.
Sighhhh... I could talk about this film all day. Another sighhhh... I’m truly touched and have recommended it to my closest friends as a must-watch.
After my first watch, I can say this movie has left a lasting mark on me and took a significant portion of my heart. ARGH— I'm in love with this movie!
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what the hell did they put in this movie?
I need it desperately.
I need it like an everything bagel with veggie cream cheese on a Sunday morning.
I need it like water in my lungs.
I need it like I need Age of Consent to play directly following Love Will Tear Us Apart on the dance floor.
I need it like two beers to overcome my social anxiety.
I need it like the woman I met at that house party last week to text back so we can go out and dance and talk about books again because I long to hear her opinion on literally anything.
Safe to say, I need this movie bad.
A day on this earth doesn’t pass where I don’t think about this piece of film. The longing. The tension. The colors. The music. The sea. It has it all.
I need to be at the sea. You know how they used to send women to the sea for treatment for “hysteria”, like in The Bell Jar or Ammonite or this film. I need that but less in the patriarchal and misogynistic way, but more in like a “I really need to just be close to a body of water for a prolonged period of time and ponder things”.
Every time I see the number 28 I think of this film. Every time I look at a classical painting. Every time I hear a French word spoken I am convinced I need to acquire the language so I can grasp this in its true essence.
My therapist told me that I am centered around longing, this has always been true, this movie has only amplified that.
The lovers path or the poets path which shall I take?
I don’t fucking know as long as I can experience a connection half as deep as this.
Go watch this movie.
Aug 2, 2024
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(no spoilers ahead)
I went to see it together with my sister.
I cried, she cried, we both crode. A lot.
The first five minutes of the film already got me. Andrew‘s and Florence‘s acting is phenomenal. It all felt so genuine and real - which makes sense considering that Florence really shaved her hair for this and that the story hits home for Andrew because of his mother.
My sister and I were honestly baffled upon seeing that they didn‘t receive a single Oscar nomination. That gas station scene alone deserved at least one.
I rarely watch romance movies and I knew this one was going to be heartwrenching, but I really enjoyed it. They portrayed the ending in such a beautiful way, a way that is gently feeding you the truth whilst causing your heart to shatter simultaneously.
It‘s the perfect movie to watch on a cold evening, with a warm blanket and your fav feel-good snack. And most definitely tissues.
(Gave it 4 stars on Letterboxd)
Jan 24, 2025
saw this last night and I was mystified.
visually such a stunning film. The story line was so beautiful too.
It had me reflecting on my own relationship with my parents, family, how I view myself, my romantic and platonic relationships. it had me thinking deeply about my own mortality and the visceral feeling of growing older.
would see it again multiple times. also can’t get over how beautiful the cinematography was.
Feb 20, 2025
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Ari Aster is like a friend you seldom see, but when he shows up, he reminds you why you chose him as your person.
Beau is Afraid is a collection of postcards you never wanted to receive—from journeys that are good, bad, and honestly don't care about.
It's a cathartic release, a relapse, and a nervous laugh. The film is unapologetic, satirical, and truly toxique—practically useless!
Though Beau is Afraid, it's committed to its purpose: to make you see and say the things you've always wanted to express.
Ari Aster had no filters and then decided to consume the last bit of poise you had left.
It's a dump of weirdly familiar scenarios.
With Ari Aster, it's always an experience.
Well played, AA.
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A new player in the coffee scene, but a really good one.
It offers creatively flavored fixes and two bean options: BOSS and LYDIA. Plus, it's affordable. Not to mention its sleek brand colors and catchy taglines.
Everything is on point.
This has definitely become one of my favorites. I hope they expand soon.
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