At one point, she is surprised to find her hand in the frame, but, having discovered it, she rotates it slowly and marvels at the wrinkles. In short, she brings fresh eyes to the most mundane subjects, things the majority of filmmakers would pass by. Boston Women's Festival founders Marianne Lampke and Connie White swear they never thought they'd be programming a ninth edition. During the first few years, there was talk of the festival's becoming redundant, the theory being that women filmmakers would soon advance into the mainstream and would no longer need the spotlight of festivals. And, yes, there are differences between films made by women and films made by men.
Men tend to be more linear.
Things are more likely to take a turn in a film by a woman. The endgame isn't up to what preceded it, but the gorgeous visuals and intense performances carry the film. The interplay is managed with uncommon delicacy and tenderness. Wry humor, too. Brooks has never been more relaxed and moving in a role.