In ancient days, hermits were known to safely live away from society in caves on mountain tops (or so goes the myth). In this film, would-be hermits who are also sometime college students spend a lot of time in a campus club for those who seek solitude in a room crammed with stuffed animals ("plushies"), untreated cases of paranoia and, perhaps, other types of psychological disorders. The movie takes aim squarely at a society where not only the marginalized have a need for mental-health treatment, but also those in the upper classes like first-year college students. The club room is usually under lighted (more below) and spooky as is often the demeanor of the club's members. This film is much too long with the director (who is also a co-writer) dragging out scenes to the point where viewers may struggle to keep from dozing off. Many crucial scenes are severely under lighted or blacked out with actors becoming de facto voice actors. Cinematography is marginal at best. Music usually sounds like an instrument tune-up session. Subtitles seem close enough. Closing music lyrics are translated.
Poorly delivered message. Pretty much a tedious experience. Not recommended. Viewed at a JICC Virtual J-Film event. WILLIAM FLANIGAN.
Poorly delivered message. Pretty much a tedious experience. Not recommended. Viewed at a JICC Virtual J-Film event. WILLIAM FLANIGAN.
