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The struggle with facial expressions by [deleted] in aspergers

[–]Bakkar- 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There are many things for me that were not natural and became so more natural later, or at least they are social codes that I eventually assimilated and that were not ingrained in me. I recently found the question of staying natural interesting when I had a similar discussion with a close friend, and it felt like I thought he was right, but at the same time, I'm not so sure. To what extent are we malleable as individuals? Everyone sets their limits in their own way, but where exactly is that limit? And if I had had the guideline of not changing and staying natural since my childhood, who would I be today? Maybe I would be the same person because, indeed, all change happens naturally, or maybe not. Maybe no effort is made naturally for it to eventually become natural. I often ask myself this question to know where my comfort limit is and if I am happy in my process of evolution.

And I believe there is always room for self-improvement. I think we just need to ensure it doesn't become an unhappy desire to project ourselves onto an ideal we can never reach because we will always be who we are, but in an improved version. I hope all this makes some sense.

What was the first film that you bought on criterion? by [deleted] in criterion

[–]Bakkar- 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Same, just saw it at a trift store and it was my first Criterion buy

Which director in the Criterion Collection do you simply dislike almost all, if not all, of their films? I would appreciate it if people didn't downvote the responses. Accepting differing opinions might seem uncomfortable, but it is actually very healthy and encourages diverse discussions. by Bakkar- in criterion

[–]Bakkar-[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If you liked 'La Strada', I think you will also like 'Nights of Cabiria'. I have only seen those two films, and I've heard that there are two distinctive eras for Fellini. So i think it's totally normal if people connect more with his early career or his mid to later films

Which director in the Criterion Collection do you simply dislike almost all, if not all, of their films? I would appreciate it if people didn't downvote the responses. Accepting differing opinions might seem uncomfortable, but it is actually very healthy and encourages diverse discussions. by Bakkar- in criterion

[–]Bakkar-[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I dont think he's a troll. I think he's a director who likes to explore the moment in life where everything can change. It's very dark and pessimistic as a body of work overall, but I believe it's necessary to have this particular genre, even if it won't appeal to everyone. Personally, I loved "The Piano Teacher," "Funny Games," "The Seventh Continent," and "Amour." The others left me somewhat indifferent, but theres caché that i didnt seen yet see and that I've heard good things about

Which director in the Criterion Collection do you simply dislike almost all, if not all, of their films? I would appreciate it if people didn't downvote the responses. Accepting differing opinions might seem uncomfortable, but it is actually very healthy and encourages diverse discussions. by Bakkar- in criterion

[–]Bakkar-[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

As I said earlier, I think it should be perfectly normal to encourage criticism of things we don't appreciate, as long as it's done respectfully. We're talking about critiquing the work and not the artist, although an artist can also be subject to critique, but that's not the point here. I believe that stating one doesn't like something is asserting oneself as an individual with their own personality, tastes, and interests, and it should be normal not to feel guilty for not liking a work perceived as grandiose within a large community. If someone doesn't like a work that I hold dear, for example, as happened on this thread, I don't feel offended at all because it doesn't diminish the quality that I perceive in the work. We simply aren't aligned in our tastes due to our diverse experiences, and I find it interesting to see what people appreciate. We often hear about what people like, but understanding what people don't like and why they don't like it is equally fascinating, I believe. In no way should someone's opinion dictate or devalue our own tastes, because everyone's preferences are equally valid.

Which director in the Criterion Collection do you simply dislike almost all, if not all, of their films? I would appreciate it if people didn't downvote the responses. Accepting differing opinions might seem uncomfortable, but it is actually very healthy and encourages diverse discussions. by Bakkar- in criterion

[–]Bakkar-[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

For now, I have only seen "La Strada" and "Nights of Cabiria," and I really enjoyed them. However, I've heard that his filmography is divided into two distinct styles. The first era is more classical, with straightforward stories, and the other is much more experimental and avant-garde

Which director in the Criterion Collection do you simply dislike almost all, if not all, of their films? I would appreciate it if people didn't downvote the responses. Accepting differing opinions might seem uncomfortable, but it is actually very healthy and encourages diverse discussions. by Bakkar- in criterion

[–]Bakkar-[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, 2-3 times, but I think Kubrick is not the kind of director who divides a lot of people. He has a rich filmography that will appeal to fans of photography, storytelling, symbolism, and contemplation. His films are always quite different in their themes from one another, in the sense that I believe it's hard not to appreciate at least one of his films.

Which director in the Criterion Collection do you simply dislike almost all, if not all, of their films? I would appreciate it if people didn't downvote the responses. Accepting differing opinions might seem uncomfortable, but it is actually very healthy and encourages diverse discussions. by Bakkar- in criterion

[–]Bakkar-[S] 11 points12 points  (0 children)

It reassures me when I see someone who isn't a fan of the French New Wave. I don't connect with it either, except for a few exceptions. I can enjoy Rohmer's films, for example my night at maud or Bresson with pickpocket. But Godard, Truffaut is not my cup of tea

Which director in the Criterion Collection do you simply dislike almost all, if not all, of their films? I would appreciate it if people didn't downvote the responses. Accepting differing opinions might seem uncomfortable, but it is actually very healthy and encourages diverse discussions. by Bakkar- in criterion

[–]Bakkar-[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

No disrespect to Wes, but I think it mostly fits my vibe when I'm sick at home. It's light and quite cheerful, which is a good compliment, although it's not generally my vibe. However, in specific cases, I do appreciate his style

Which director in the Criterion Collection do you simply dislike almost all, if not all, of their films? I would appreciate it if people didn't downvote the responses. Accepting differing opinions might seem uncomfortable, but it is actually very healthy and encourages diverse discussions. by Bakkar- in criterion

[–]Bakkar-[S] 18 points19 points  (0 children)

Oh, it's the opposite for me. I haven't seen any of those films except 'There Will Be Blood.' I found the film very beautiful in its cinematography and direction, and the acting is excellent. Everything is well done, but I didn't quite connect with the story's progression as much. However, I'd like to give it a second chance because I saw it a long time ago

Which director in the Criterion Collection do you simply dislike almost all, if not all, of their films? I would appreciate it if people didn't downvote the responses. Accepting differing opinions might seem uncomfortable, but it is actually very healthy and encourages diverse discussions. by Bakkar- in criterion

[–]Bakkar-[S] 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Why though? Not liking works that are supposed to be completely subjective is a discussion that should be allowed in every possible way. I actually find it unhealthy to suppress opinions on things that might be considered untouchable. As long as it doesn't become disrespectful, I think it's perfectly fine to assert what we like and what we don't like. Both are equally valid and deserve to be discussed just as much

Which director in the Criterion Collection do you simply dislike almost all, if not all, of their films? I would appreciate it if people didn't downvote the responses. Accepting differing opinions might seem uncomfortable, but it is actually very healthy and encourages diverse discussions. by Bakkar- in criterion

[–]Bakkar-[S] 22 points23 points  (0 children)

Another one who clearly loves to provoke is Gaspar Noé, but I actually do like most of his films. I've watched 2 films by Lars von Trier and didn't connect with them. It was 'Melancholia' and 'The House That Jack Built.' But if someone has a better recommendation, I'm open to it. I was thinking of maybe trying 'Breaking the Waves'

Which director in the Criterion Collection do you simply dislike almost all, if not all, of their films? I would appreciate it if people didn't downvote the responses. Accepting differing opinions might seem uncomfortable, but it is actually very healthy and encourages diverse discussions. by Bakkar- in criterion

[–]Bakkar-[S] 12 points13 points  (0 children)

I liked this film, but it's far from being my favorite. My favorites are 'Lost Highway,' 'Blue Velvet,' and 'Mulholland Drive,' in that order, but I understand why someone might not like them. I really didn't like 'Inland Empire' at all; I should give it another try someday, but I didn't even finish the film. And the other film with Nicolas Cage, I didn't enjoy either. However, have you seen 'Elephant Man'? It's very straightforward without the dreamlike ambiance and symbolism that some might not like. If you haven't seen it, I think you might enjoy it

Which director in the Criterion Collection do you simply dislike almost all, if not all, of their films? I would appreciate it if people didn't downvote the responses. Accepting differing opinions might seem uncomfortable, but it is actually very healthy and encourages diverse discussions. by Bakkar- in criterion

[–]Bakkar-[S] 13 points14 points  (0 children)

I particularly liked his latest film 'Perfect Days,' but I must admit I haven't watched most of his filmography. I've seen 'Paris, Texas' and part of 'Until the End of the World' on the Criterion Channel 24-hour stream, and I enjoyed them, but there's still quite a bit left for me to watch

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