An experimental narrative that exposes different perspectives of identity issues through the relationship between 13-year old Amelia and her mother Louise as they undergo difficult breaking points in their relationship, as well as personal growth, when Amelia finds that the way she views herself is a reflection of her own mother and the only way she can grow is through separation and acceptance
While the director didn't set out to make a feminist film, "A Girl Walks Home Alone At Night" reads as a reclamation of female power in a patriarchal society.
Documented human suffering is never easy to view or read about and is understandably triggering for many people, but it can be educational, and education is a key to change. An overwhelming amount queer people worldwide (and in my own country) have it far worse than I could imagine, and documentaries such as Welcome to Chechnya bring issues to light that certain groups of people would never see.
A young girl named Hailey Mays sings a country song that is named after the film's title.
A24 keeps producing amazing films and X belongs with all the brilliant titles under its name. And is definitely a must-watch for a film enthusiast!
'También la Iluvia' exploits Indigenous peoples' fight against the privatization of water in order to tell a story about Spanish characters.
