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Snow White and the Huntsman (2012)
Snow White and Dark Venus
I'm a bit saddened by the negative reviews of this film, which presents a wonderful opportunity to learn something about the shadow side of the Venus archetype. Many reviewers have failed to praise the striking revisions of the main characters in one of our most beloved fairy tales. This film is a groundbreaking step forward, as the female characters get to take a look at the shadow side of Venus, and face the classic hero's journey in a way that has previously been reserved mainly for male characters. Snow White undertakes this journey, facing her own darkness as well as her own strength, and emerges more powerful than any Snow White before her. Worth a watch, and worth a second watch for those who may have failed to appreciate these aspects of the film on first viewing.
The Adults in the Room (2010)
The Adults are Behind the Camera
Wonderful exploration not just of its stated subject, but also the deeper issues pertaining to its title - Adults. This close look at sexual relationships between teenagers and people a bit older than them includes a look at the recent Mayor of Portland's relationship with a 17 year old. But surprisingly the film also considers what it means to feel like an adult, and also to take responsibility for those we're mentoring. Most of all we're left feeling the importance of thinking before we act. The film uses the narrative, the medium and also the process to address these questions in a rich way. Wonderful film-making.