A girl who went from feeling helpless to feeling warmth and hope - "Never, Rarely, Sometimes, Always"

Ruthe 2022-04-08 09:01:13

The theme of the movie is actually quite deep, but it is also very realistic at the same time, and the story still takes place in the United States, so this kind of teenage pregnancy is very common in the United States or other Western countries. But few movies are so detailed, showing how an underage would deal with it after learning that she was pregnant. The story tells the story of Orton, a 17-year-old girl in a small town in Pennsylvania, USA. Because of her mother's re-established family and a stepfather like a giant baby, Orton has a gloomy personality and can endure anything, but she still hopes in her heart. Get the care and love of your family. The story of seeking an abortion all the way after learning she was pregnant. First of all, let's talk about Orton's helplessness. After knowing that he was pregnant, he didn't tell his family and went to check himself. At first I wanted to sneak it out myself, but Pennsylvania law doesn't allow it. In desperation, Xiao Gu Nian tried various methods, such as taking medicine, beating her abdomen, etc., but in the end, she was unsuccessful. Later, after being questioned by her cousin Skeller, she said it, and Skeller decisively took her to New York to find an abortion clinic. Before Skeller took Orton to New York, Orton felt helpless the most. This helplessness comes not only from the family, but also from the society. For example, the supermarket where they work part-time is harassed every time they go to hand in the turnover of the day; for example, they are harassed by a lewd uncle on the subway on the way to New York.

Cousin Skeller is a kind, enthusiastic, optimistic and positive girl. In Orton's heart, she is not only a cousin, but also a close friend. Originally, Orton didn't want to tell anyone about his pregnancy, he just wanted to bear it silently. But I was suddenly uncomfortable at work, so I finally let my cousin know. Without a word, my cousin accompanied Orton to New York to find an abortion clinic. Knowing that the operation requires money, Skeller takes the risk of hoarding money from the supermarket where he works. Later in New York, when the money ran out, Skylar endured being taken advantage of in order to borrow money from a boy he met on the way. At the same time, Skylar never gave up on Orton along the way. Orton would make magic to make her happy if she was not happy. Orton will take her to relax before the surgery, and will be concerned about how Orton is feeling after the surgery. All of this made Orton feel very warm. Although Orton didn't say anything like thanks, their relationship was already very touching. In addition to the concern of his cousin Skylar, there is also a social worker in the film that also makes Orton feel warm. Although the social worker has been with Orton for a long time and what he does is just his duty, the audience can also feel that kind of care and warmth. And this scene is also very moving in the film. Orton and the social worker asked questions and answers. Although it touches privacy, it is really heart-wrenching. In this section, the audience will think about teenagers like Orton in reality, their current situation, and whether any relatives have cared about them. The film as a whole, the actors' acting skills are great, especially the two main characters, and secondly, the story is also very moving. In terms of visual effects presentation, the director adopts a documentary-style approach, which can give people a deeper touch - "Never, Rarely, Sometimes, Always"

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  • Kolby 2022-04-06 09:01:07

    #70thBerlinale# Main Competition Jury Award, has won the Sundance American Drama Unit Special Jury Award. The finish is pretty good and the photography is great. The heroine Sidney Flanigan appeared in a movie for the first time to such an extent that she had to admire Hittman's ability to train actors. "Never, rarely, sometimes, often" this long shot is the highlight of the film, which shows the director and acting skills. With this long shot and the two scenes of punching the nose and trying to abort herself, it is not impossible for Sidney Flanigan to get a Berlin actress in the first scene... But in the film, the two girls have to carry an oversized luggage when they go out for three days. The box is a typical prop specially designed to create scheduling (manufacturing difficulties in action). If this film fails to win the award, it will be largely blamed on the box... In addition, the play of the film can still be more ruthless... And the "male misogyny" that deliberately writes all male characters as scumbags or hideous, starts to move towards the opposite of #metoo.

  • Brown 2022-04-13 09:01:06

    It's really like a variant of "Three Weeks and Two Days in April", but it lacks the Mongi-esque social background laying, and focuses more on women's suffering before sexual violence and abortion, but it's well shot - no The plot of dog blood, instead, expresses in a smooth and unwavering way how this painful problem penetrates into daily life; underage women are especially prone to fall into the weaker side of the body and economy, and everything is unbearable in "Never, rarely, Sometimes, always" appears, which is distressing. The mutual assistance between women is a touch of warmth in the world; the boy who strikes up a conversation with the second woman complements the theme on the side.

Never Rarely Sometimes Always quotes

  • Social Worker #2: Whatever your decision is is totally fine, as long as it's yours.

  • Social Worker #2: Your partner has threatened or frightened you. Never? Rarely? Sometimes? Always?

    Autumn: Why are you asking me this?

    Social Worker #2: I want to make sure that you're safe.