Samantha Mitchell’s “RSVP” Incluvie Film Fest Review
“There’s always something you can do…to make people feel like they’re welcome”

Takis, a flower shop employee who dreams of becoming a singer, meets Jenny, a famous folk singer, who falls in love with him. Jenny helps Takis to move forward and pursue a career in folk music. Their love is destroyed by the whims of a malicious rich woman, who introduces herself to Jenny as Takis' wife. Jenny is shaken and retreats to a convent, while Takis, following these developments, loses his job and turns to drink. A mutual friend will help the troubled couple reconnect and find happiness.
“There’s always something you can do…to make people feel like they’re welcome”
Despite its glaring flaws, First Girl I Loved is not entirely undeserving of a watch. For people who can handle the more difficult aspects of the story and graphic scenes, it is worth looking into. It’s not a film worthy of rewatch, but it may still resonate somewhat with those who need a story like this. It is a genuine, if flimsy attempt at a coming-of-age tale. Were the film to be directed by someone with experiences more similar to Anne, it would likely be more powerful--as it is, it feels like a man’s perspective of what it means to come to terms with your identity as a lesbian.
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