I'm blown away by how much I like "Otto." I'm a straight woman who is not into horror films, B movies or zombie flicks. I am, however, studying gay cinema; still, everything I read about this film told me I would hate it. Ultimately, my reasons for liking it have little to do with an interest in gay cinema but rather I am touched by what "Otto" says of heart and head. Which was a big surprise! I was intrigued by the silent film element. I absolutely love the idea of refusal to participate in "consensual reality" as a revolutionary act. That was what made me decide to keep watching and I'm glad I did. I'm rating this highly because I love to be surprised. I enjoy having my preconceived notions shattered, especially when I am so certain that I know how I feel about things. I have never seen anything like "Otto" -- which impresses me and has me thinking. Not only do I not regret the time spent watching this film but now I'm writing this. Who saw that coming?
If you have patience, there is something lovely in all of this messy, gory absurdity. The surreal pretension leads to something rare and sweet.
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If you have patience, there is something lovely in all of this messy, gory absurdity. The surreal pretension leads to something rare and sweet.
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