I watched this movie a week ago and I cant stop thinking about it. Its the first film in a long time that's made me feel, and the only regret I have is that I didn't watch it sooner. As someone who is 25, this movie reflected back so many parts of my own life that was almost uncomfortable to sit with.
I watched Frances Ha, probably around 2013... an avid developing film buff at the golden age of 15. I loved the film then and still love it now, though I haven't watched it in years. It's a film that I had just kept on thinking about as I grew up from that age of 15 to being an old fucking man at 25 (at least thats how I feel. I know that in 5 years this will be young and I'd be saying the same shit). I do have a special fondness for this film, like a stapleplace in which I can ponder on life aboard. I know the story of Frances is universal, which is why it's so great, but I also think it resonates more deeply with people who are late bloomers. People who were probably told at a young age they were special and gifted, which made them complacent in their older years. And by that time they have become too rigid and resistant, they become stuck. Complacency becomes fear. And fear becomes something more than just 'self-sabotaging', it's the human tendency to hide away. Not from a delusion of our circumstance, but the reality of that big stormy mountain that we know we need to traverse, eventually. Are we hiding, or waiting? Does life happen, do we make it happen, and if it's both - which takes more precedence? That is a question nobody can answer. In either case, we find a way to adapt - one way or another. We can suffer, but we can't let the world constantly take over us and spit us out. Find retreat in a financially silly decision to go to Paris, 'go for it. worry about the credit later. worry about it all later. clear your mind. become like water. stare at the river seine.' at the end of the day, it's through the erosion that the river envelopes, whilst constriction only exacerbates the pressure. Frances Ha still postures questions that I myself need to face. I'm 25 now. I question the degree to how much I'm fullfilling my integrity, constantly. And perhaps that's just a reality of life. It certainly deserves a rewatch. I had no idea Noah Baumbach made it either lol.
I last watched the film when it was released, but I do remember one thing that got me very excited at the time: the soundtrack uses several scores from movies by Truffaut. I then realised the whole film was a tribute to French New Wave greats, such as the 400 Blows or some Rohmer films. It kinda put Noah Baumbach on the map for me.
@@PeonyTJ I would start with "Le Rayon vert" or "Pauline à la plage" as an introduction to his cinema. Lots of dialogues, but a very acute study in characters
I’m 46 and still haven’t grown up. Who has their life sorted at 27 anyway? Wait, did I fuck my life up? I do live alone at least. Loved this film, thought I would hate it.
that is a last laugh...we all get in our own way, we all are our own enemies essentially... and in the end she swallowed her pride at not becoming a dancer and now finds happiness another way...and gets that last laugh
Probably the most relatable movie I’ve ever seen.
it's definitely up there
I watched this movie a week ago and I cant stop thinking about it. Its the first film in a long time that's made me feel, and the only regret I have is that I didn't watch it sooner. As someone who is 25, this movie reflected back so many parts of my own life that was almost uncomfortable to sit with.
i feel ya
I watched Frances Ha, probably around 2013... an avid developing film buff at the golden age of 15. I loved the film then and still love it now, though I haven't watched it in years. It's a film that I had just kept on thinking about as I grew up from that age of 15 to being an old fucking man at 25 (at least thats how I feel. I know that in 5 years this will be young and I'd be saying the same shit).
I do have a special fondness for this film, like a stapleplace in which I can ponder on life aboard. I know the story of Frances is universal, which is why it's so great, but I also think it resonates more deeply with people who are late bloomers.
People who were probably told at a young age they were special and gifted, which made them complacent in their older years. And by that time they have become too rigid and resistant, they become stuck. Complacency becomes fear. And fear becomes something more than just 'self-sabotaging', it's the human tendency to hide away. Not from a delusion of our circumstance, but the reality of that big stormy mountain that we know we need to traverse, eventually. Are we hiding, or waiting? Does life happen, do we make it happen, and if it's both - which takes more precedence?
That is a question nobody can answer. In either case, we find a way to adapt - one way or another. We can suffer, but we can't let the world constantly take over us and spit us out.
Find retreat in a financially silly decision to go to Paris, 'go for it. worry about the credit later. worry about it all later. clear your mind. become like water. stare at the river seine.' at the end of the day, it's through the erosion that the river envelopes, whilst constriction only exacerbates the pressure.
Frances Ha still postures questions that I myself need to face. I'm 25 now. I question the degree to how much I'm fullfilling my integrity, constantly. And perhaps that's just a reality of life. It certainly deserves a rewatch. I had no idea Noah Baumbach made it either lol.
I don't agree with you, but I respect your opinion
I appreciate the comment it was such an interesting read! Thank you!
"It's through the erosion that the river envelopes" I like that. Interesting perspective on the whole. Thanks
I last watched the film when it was released, but I do remember one thing that got me very excited at the time: the soundtrack uses several scores from movies by Truffaut. I then realised the whole film was a tribute to French New Wave greats, such as the 400 Blows or some Rohmer films. It kinda put Noah Baumbach on the map for me.
I did not know that! That's so cool! Also explains why she went to Paris
What rohmer films do you think it was a tribute to? Would love to know the titles so i can watch them
@@PeonyTJ I would start with "Le Rayon vert" or "Pauline à la plage" as an introduction to his cinema. Lots of dialogues, but a very acute study in characters
@@doudouard1132 thank you very much!
My most favorite movie. I truly relate to her, and I’m sure a ton of women do ❤
I just watched it and as someone that's the same age as Frances is and feels like they're behind in life I found the movie relatable
Preaching to the choir 🙏
Such a beautifully worded review. Captured the whole essence of the movie in few minutes without missing out on any important details.
Hey, you wrote this so beautifully. One of my favorites films. I think i understood it a little more through this. Keep going! 🌻
Thank you for the comment! It's easy to write beautifully when the movie is so beautiful itself!
You are great. Just loved your humble recap. We are all a little Franceque :)
Thanks!
Thank you! I appreciate the kind words :)
Just finished watching this for the first time and absolutely loved it
The film or my video? 😂
@@filmisjustmovingpictures both 🤓
I’m 46 and still haven’t grown up. Who has their life sorted at 27 anyway? Wait, did I fuck my life up? I do live alone at least. Loved this film, thought I would hate it.
Really enjoyed this review!
I'm glad you enjoyed it!
A true Wo-mance move during an era of Bro-mance movies
true
Thank you ❤
Thanks for watching!
Hey could you do a vid on the following:
- The Bitter Tears of Petra Von Kant
- Annie Hall
- Normal People
- Call me by your name
- Last night in soho
Thanks for the recommendations! I've got a few videos in mind already but the first movie you recommended sounds interesting so I'll consider it
@@filmisjustmovingpictures Awesome. Hope to see your take on it too
what do you all think of frances ha?
One of my favs! It’s definitely a film that u can grow with
The universe will make your life hell if you try to lie to yourself
sometimes we do it because the truth is too scary to confront
I am not sure she got that last laugh, as much as just stop getting in her own way.
that is a last laugh...we all get in our own way, we all are our own enemies essentially... and in the end she swallowed her pride at not becoming a dancer and now finds happiness another way...and gets that last laugh
Mucho mejor que Barbie!
Love the review but I thought the movie was pretentious and overrated. Like why make the movie black and white
partly as a reference to french new wave cinema & films such as manhattan
it also serves to achieve an entirely different tone than if it was shot in colour.
Coz black and white is beautiful
@@doradorina1980 definitivamente el blanco y negro es hermoso