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I don't know what to make of Todd Solondz

posted 13 years ago by Phazzle
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I have seen every one of his films except "Storytelling," which is on my list of films to see. I have no idea why I keep coming back. His movies are unique viewing experiences for me. I certainly don't feel happy after I see them, nor do I feel as if I have learned anything about the human condition. I don't think his movies have a message which is usually an important feature for a movie to have when it doesn't make you feel good or entertain you.

I am not complaining, just observing.

[–] sisterdebmac 13 years ago

I think his films make you ask questions of yourself. But that doesn't mean you'll ever come up with any real answers.
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[–] Phazzle 13 years ago

Yeah, sometimes you end up seeing some of yourself in one of his characters and the effect is sickening and horrifying. I don't know why I keep subjecting myself to it, but I can't stop.

[–] sisterdebmac 13 years ago

Well, so far I haven't horrified myself. But I sure do get stuck thinking about some uncomfortable stuff after watching a Solondz film.
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[–] kenburke0627 13 years ago

He adopts a "warts and all" attitude towards filming American families.

[–] noveltylibrary 13 years ago

he goes to the dark side of suburban life. i applaud him. it sure would be easier to take if it didn't ring so true :\

[–] manythings711 11 years ago

Almost all his films include pedophiles. Makes you wonder what demons he's dealing with.

[–] damienoujia 11 years ago

Just as long as he works them out on film and not in real life.

[–] andyd-1 9 years ago

yes I was somewhat concerned