A Cynical But Beautiful Story

Rating: 9/10 (6 December 2014)

I absolutely loved this film although I found the ending completely heartbreaking. I also found there to be an electricity in the sex scene in the film that few movies from any era can produce. I felt that this film was a beautifully made and well acted commentary on themes such as the corrupt nature of authority figures, the oppressive nature of dark secrets, and the physical and emotional frailty of those who try to stand up to corruption against powerful authority figures. I also found the many references to the "water wars" to be fairly poignant giving that I am currently living in California in the midst of a drought. I get the sense that this film is one I will appreciate in even more striking ways the next time that I watch it.