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"Distant" the Turkish movie-reviewed previously, I dont get it !

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This movie got a number of "best" awards from Cannes.
I rented it this evening expecting more than I got.
Slow, painstakingly laborious. Too little dialog to impart what the director/writer was trying to get across.
This film got so many awards but I fail to see why.
The film was reviewed by tinnear (see URL below).(not trying to bash you)
I am a neophyte film viewer. I will admit that.
I would love to have some of you other folks who have a critical eyes/views rent and critique this movie, but, I ask you NOT to read the plot ahead of time.
Perhaps I am displaying my ignorance, but , ONLY after I saw the director's interview on the DVD , did I understand what he was trying to impart.
In my opinion, the writer/director's screen writing was so poor, that he failed to tell the story properly.
What can I do to learn how to read into films what others evidently have the skill to see.

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No insult taken. I can't add much to what you so kindly - tinear 04:53:30 02/20/07 (10)
linked because I don't know anything about your film tastes.
Now, I hope YOU don't take this negatively: this film is a lesson in sublety. No, there isn't a lot of dialogue: one senses the tension by what is NOT done, as much as what is.
One example: in that society, as is shown, hospitality is not just a favor but a responsibility. Whether or not it is a burden, the host cannot or should not convey.
Anyhow, you may wish to revisit it now that you have heard the director.
There are many such movies. As I've mentioned, it's almost a genre, i.e. the mid-life crisis.
"A Taste of Cherry," "Japon," "La Dolce Vita", "8 1/2..." There are many superb films, among the best ever made.
But hey, not everyone will like everything.
I almost feel like I owe you your rental fee...
Sorry, but my opinion is just that of one guy.
- To set the record straight - Carl G 11:18:00 02/21/07 (0)
  Since the Film Asylum group is such a caring group to offer to reimburse me, I want to let you know...
  I found the movie "Distant" at the Video store, viewed it then looked at what inmates had to say about it.
  Evidently few others have had a chance to see it.
  (So, Tinear, you don't need to spring for a video rental...but thanks anyway)
- Re: What a surge of modesty, TIN! - patrickU 07:57:54 02/20/07 (8)
  What is wrong with you?
  Wanna give the fucker his money back?
  - Re: What a surge of modesty, TIN! - Jimmy NYC 03:06:48 02/21/07 (5)
    Hey! Carl G wrote such a sweet post, I wanted to pay for his movie too!
    - Re: What a surge of modesty, TIN! - patrickU 05:17:24 02/21/07 (4)
      Ok. Ok, ok count me in....
      - Ok, count me in too.... - Carl G 10:14:47 02/21/07 (3)
        
        In Reply to: Re: What a surge of modesty, TIN! posted by patrickU on February 21, 2007 at 05:17:24:
        
        Tinnear, thanks for your suggestions.
        I will check out the mentioned movies.
        Regarding the other posters, ...you are a tough bunch.No prob.
        Perhaps you can buy me an annual Blockbuster/Netflix subscription,
        Send me an email and you can credit my Paypal account .
        Who knows, if I get enough money, I can get PatrickU a crash course on etiquette and the use of the F word. ; )
        
        Hey, Carl, no money back guarantees anymore! I got a kid to feed... nt - tinear 19:01:54 02/22/07 (0)
        
        In Reply to: Ok, count me in too.... posted by Carl G on February 21, 2007 at 10:14:47:
        
        as
        
        Your post ... - Jimmy NYC 12:49:05 02/22/07 (0)
        
        In Reply to: Ok, count me in too.... posted by Carl G on February 21, 2007 at 10:14:47:
        
        ...was refreshing and well written.
        "don't go changin'..."
        
        Re: Ok, count me in too.... - patrickU 11:13:10 02/21/07 (0)
        
        In Reply to: Ok, count me in too.... posted by Carl G on February 21, 2007 at 10:14:47:
        
        I should have use: Bloody sucker-
        Apology.
        PS: Not tough, only loving.
        Bienvenue Carl!
  - Re: Gentleman-Paddy ..... - Claudia 09:33:30 02/20/07 (1)
    ..... on his long way to become "one of us".
    - Re: Gentleman-Paddy ..... - patrickU 11:24:13 02/20/07 (0)
      No way. Words are just used as music.

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