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Out of all the films Ive seen this year so far,Kindredhas surprised me the most.
She knows shes being drugged.
How else to explain her strange symptoms, the blackouts and all-consuming dreams?
The word abortion isnt used but thats clearly what shes angling toward.
Dr. Richards chastises her, instructing her to go home to Ben before making any rash decisions.
Both were a stark reminder that you cant class your way out of Blackness.
But the reason it all works so effectively is that Marcantonio trusts his audience.
The best scenes of the movie occur when Marcantonios confident eye expertly frames the precise performances.
If anything, she felt numb.
What I love about this scene is that Marcantonio never cuts away from Shaw.
Shaw has proven time and time again to be one of the most exciting actors working.
InKindred,you could see why.
She handles with care the knotted undercurrents of her character.
When Charlotte finds herself locked in the house, Margaret says matter-of-factly, Youre not well.
You cant even realize that.
Shaw fixes a chilling smile on her face that perfectly mirrors the torture shes inflicting.
But Shaw isnt the only actor bringing weight to her role.
Jack Lowden is effectively creepy, as his character tries to paint himself as a savior for Charlotte.
With crystalline sincerity, she outwardly communicates the complications of grief.
Its in the chilling final image that the full gravity of Charlottes situation is deeply felt.
