Summer Film Series preview for Aug. 23
Posted August 22, 2022 at 10:56 am by San Juan Update
The organizers of the Summer Film Series at San Juan Community Theatre send along a preview of this week’s film. The showing starts at 7 p.m. Admission is pay-what-you-can. For this season only, fresh popcorn is available for free.
The Worst Person in the World
Drama, comedy, romance (Norwegian with English subtitles) — rated R
Run time: 2 hours, 8 minutes
Have you ever known someone (perhaps one of your family) who had everything – beauty, intelligence, and charm – but could not fully commit, not to a career, not to a relationship? This film, Oscar-nominated for best original screenplay and best international feature, is about just such a person. The Worst Person in the World is the rare piece of art actually invested in why an entire generation can seem so aimless and indecisive.
Julie is stuck in the act of chasing after things – men, jobs, desires – before she even knows what she wants. It’s the unintended consequence of freedom of choice without freedom from expectation. In the end, is she happy? That is left for you to decide. A disquieting yet quite enjoyable film.
Please note the rating of this film and do not bring young children.
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