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By the Sea (2002)
A Woman's Love and Dreams
I saw this movie at a festival in Miami and really liked it. It's an unusual mix of romantic story and very strong dreams. I think the lead actress, Elena Aaron, did a great job in handling the struggles her character was going through. It felt very real to me and I felt like I was experiencing what she was going through as I watched her. It's interesting how she was at times vulnerable and at times strong. I think that's unusual. A lot of movies decide a woman has to be either strong or vulnerable - but in this movie she is both, which feels more real.
At the festival in Miami everybody applauded at the end. It's definitely a movie that makes you feel good - even when it makes you feel sad. It did touch my emotions. My boyfriend liked it also, so it's not just a woman's film. I think Elena Aaron is a great new actress to watch. I found her to be very likable and believable. I'm interested to see what movie she's in next.
I also thought that the lead male actor was unusual and believable. I liked his combination of shy but strong. Also more interesting than the usual man who's one or the other. The film definitely shows that true range of who people are.
And I loved the dream sequences. They definitely made me shiver in a good way.
I'll be curious to see how my movie group likes this film. I think it's a great film for women because of how real it is. Something about this movie feels really good.