Alice (2017) presents a raw, intense look at motherhood and the choices that haunt us. The film kicks off with this visceral birth scene, the pain palpable, and the mother’s rejection of her infant is jarring. The letter X on the baby's bracelet hints at a deeper narrative, maybe a sense of abandonment or a mark of shame? The pacing is deliberately slow, allowing the weight of her choices to settle in. The performances are gritty and real, especially the mother's monologue to her child—it's haunting. The film’s atmosphere is thick with tension, as we explore themes of regret and the cyclical nature of violence. I find it’s distinctive in how it doesn’t shy away from the uncomfortable truths of its characters.
Intense examination of motherhoodThemes of regret and violenceDistinctive atmosphere and pacing
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