I Love this film, because there is so much subtlety to it. Much of the story is in subtext and symbolism.
The silent boy character, for example, who clearly represents Wheeler as a child. When Wheeler decides to stop playing games, he sends the boy as his messenger to deliver the message. ( saying it vaguely to avoid a spoiler). He has had to face a few things and get in touch with his past in order to move beyond his emotional issues.
Yes, there are many examples of bad acting and cheesy lines here. Yes the plot is improbable. But don't dismiss this film as just another excuse for soft-pornography. The story here is in the characters. And it is backed up well by exotic atmosphere and beautiful photography. Not to mention a great soundtrack.
The silent boy character, for example, who clearly represents Wheeler as a child. When Wheeler decides to stop playing games, he sends the boy as his messenger to deliver the message. ( saying it vaguely to avoid a spoiler). He has had to face a few things and get in touch with his past in order to move beyond his emotional issues.
Yes, there are many examples of bad acting and cheesy lines here. Yes the plot is improbable. But don't dismiss this film as just another excuse for soft-pornography. The story here is in the characters. And it is backed up well by exotic atmosphere and beautiful photography. Not to mention a great soundtrack.