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Me and Earl and the Dying Girl (2015)
Overdramatic teenager goes through a tough time
What do you do when a friend is dying? We focus on that terrifying moment and forget about everything that's going on around us. In a way, that's the central theme of this movie. How can we remain empathetic when we're suffering too? Having a teenager go through this is a great choice. Especially one that's weird, dramatic and awkward. It helped make moments that would make you cringe feel meh. A few of those moments missed the mark, but the rest were pretty effective. I enjoyed this movie because it felt real, and even though it can tough at times it's definitely worth your time.
Ghadi (2013)
A Heartwarming Movie Worth Watching
Although beautifully directed, it is definitely George Khabbaz's movie. Anyone who's seen any of his previous work will be able to identify his trademark. Quirky relatable characters stuck in a ridiculous plot. Every character in the village fits a different Lebanese stereotype.
Seeing that type of character portrayal was kind of magical in its own way (as a Lebanese). Khabbaz's characters just brought out the extreme of every character trope without making it feel like their presence was forced down our throats (which is the case with most Lebanese movies and T.V. shows). One of the most enjoyable aspects of this movie is learning about the characters, and understanding how flawed they really are.
At the time of its release, Ghadi really did feel like an exceptional movie. It stood out because Lebanese cinema has reached a point where the only acclaimed movies being released were oriented around events related to the civil war. Ghadi reminded us that we are still capable of enjoying a sappy movie.
My only complaint is that the movie became over-invested with Leba's struggle to keep Ghadi's story going. Which frustrated me. That's the reason for the 7 star rating.
All in all, this movie hits you straight in the heart. If you're interested in Lebanon, Ghadi is a great chance for you to experience a truly comical aspect of village life in Lebanon.