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Possession (198wtf)

On January 8, 2023

At 5:02 pm

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This has absolutely nothing to do with the film, but we have to be very careful about what pictures we use here at LGM now, so, uh…here…(This is one of mine)

My Lettrboxd review of Possession (1981) consisted of three letters: “w,” “t” and “f.” That’s it. That’s the only thing I could think to say.

I normally don’t like being condescended to, but in this instance I long for it. I want you to explain this film to me. Explain it to me like I’m five. Sit me down, pat me on the head, give me a juice box and tell me WHAT THE HELL I JUST WATCHED.

Listen, I wanna be smart. I wanna sound smart. I wanna say “Hey, isn’t this film a gonzo way to examine divorce or infidelity or…uh…uh…the…Cold…War?” I want to say that. But can I? I feel like I’m taking crazy pills.

So if you’ve ever wanted to talk down to me like I’m a complete idiot, and–let’s face it: who hasn’t?–now is your chance. Tell me what this is. Tell me what to think! I’m desperate.