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Escrito por: Amber M. Adache
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Whisky
The nonsense, off-beat film entitled, Whisky, portrayed the irony and dilemma of human relationships plagued by ingratitude. The movie depicted the relationships amongst three main characters--a man and woman who were co-workers in a sock factory, the man and his brother, and the woman and the brother. The film's central theme was the breach of connection amongst human souls.
Even though each character in the movie worked together or were members of the same family, an awkward overtone continually marked each relationship. The story's main male character was concerned with wealth and remained stingy and distant. The woman yearned to develop more meaningful relationships, especially with her boss at the sock factory. However, she was always met with a cold shoulder and unopen arms. The brothers had barely anything to talk about, even though they shared similar businesses. There was never a mutual understanding or common ground amongst the characters.
Although Whisky may appear to be a slow-moving film without a plot, its larger impact is made through the human contact and interaction of the characters. People wear masks and smile for the camera everyday to give a certain image that in reality serves as a larger facade to mask an inability to connect or truly appreciate those in their everyday lives. Instead of blindly plastering a fake smile ("Whisky") in life, the film served to challenge viewers to bridge the gap and make meaningful human connections and to touch other people's souls in your life without being afraid of vulnerability.
Escrito por: Catherine Weaver
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Personal Response to Whisky
The unique film, Whisky, directed by Juan Pablo Rebella and Pablo Stoll, was an interesting movie like none I had ever seen before. Although the action of the movie did not progress in a rapid manner, I understood the deeper significance of the film.
The slow repetition of monotonous activities, dialogue, and actions mandated that the viewer look for a deeper significance behind each character's motives. At no point during the movie did any of the characters express their personal ideas, thoughts, or feelings. This was a unique way to force the viewer to interpret each character's decisions and emotions for his or herself.
While I viewed Whisky, I thought to myself, "This could happen to anyone, even me! The loneliness, the isolation, and the lack of passionate relationships...that is my worst fear!" And yet, as I was watching the film, I could not help but to relate the characters to individuals in my own life.
Jacobo Koller and Marta portrayed a lifeless and loveless marriage. And although their marriage was not legitimate, I still found means to relate that couple to a married couple with whom I am acquainted. It almost pained me to identify the woman in real life with the character of the woman portrayed as Marta. Both women in both circumstances are involved in relationships void of any passion or deep connection.
Again, I think that this movie was unlike any other movie I have ever seen. It is unlike any movie that might be produced in Hollywood today. I couldn't help by imagine that this film might be a "bust" during opening week if released in theaters across the U.S. However, I also think that it requires a patient and open-minded viewer to truly grasp the full intensity and meaning of this film.
I greatly enjoyed Whisky. I enjoyed the depth of this movie, and I am glad to have had the opportunity to experience such a unique film. Viewing this movie was a welcomed break from the norm of Hollywood's top movies which are inevitably filled with blood, sex, and gore. I thoroughly appreciated Whisky and the ideas and emotions that it ensued.