chemosh - At the beginning of the film they're just planning to go to what they refer to as the "Thing" - presumably, a popular tourist spot. Since it was a popular spot, and probably not a long hike, they (stupidly) decided not to bring supplies. But then they see other groups walking in that direction, so they (stupidly) decide to leave the trail and go off on their own. Both of those are stupid mistakes, of course, but as someone who lives not very far from where parts of this were filmed, I can assure you based on media reports that stuff like this (taking few if any supplies on a hike, leaving the marked trail without any map or compass, etc.) happens fairly frequently, especially with young people.
Also, as someone who enjoys taking long drives (in the same kind of setting as this film), sometimes with a friend in the car - I can assure you that there are occasional extended periods of silence. It's actually very relaxing, and gives one a chance to sort of "meditate" in beautiful surroundings. It might not be "normal" (whatever that means), but it does happen.
Of course, all that is kind of beside the point, as this is rather clearly a work not grounded in realism - as evidenced by their rather inventive use of language and the ending (among many other aspects of the filmmaking.)
chemosh6969. Everyone isn't just like you. Some people don't need to talk. Some people like to hike and to get away from it all. They were obviously amateurs at what they were doing and as much as I don't understand how they lost track of direction (but maybe I just have a good sense of direction), I think this was an amazing film still.
The plot sounded decent enough but I don't buy that they "forgot" food and water before going on a desert hike when they both just got out of the car with no backpacks or anything.
Also, normal people don't just leave to go on a hike, never saying anything to each other in the car or not even a word once they get out and start walking. They didn't even act like they were going on a hike when they got out of the car. They acted like they just pulled up to a department store, hopped out and just started walking to the entrance.
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I used to have sleep problems, then I watched Gerry...SpacePauls
This is the two hour version of Satantango.elcid
It feels as bad dream, specially when you had a bad experience before.Timec
chemosh - At the beginning of the film they're just planning to go to what they refer to as the "Thing" - presumably, a popular tourist spot. Since it was a popular spot, and probably not a long hike, they (stupidly) decided not to bring supplies. But then they see other groups walking in that direction, so they (stupidly) decide to leave the trail and go off on their own. Both of those are stupid mistakes, of course, but as someone who lives not very far from where parts of this were filmed, I can assure you based on media reports that stuff like this (taking few if any supplies on a hike, leaving the marked trail without any map or compass, etc.) happens fairly frequently, especially with young people.Also, as someone who enjoys taking long drives (in the same kind of setting as this film), sometimes with a friend in the car - I can assure you that there are occasional extended periods of silence. It's actually very relaxing, and gives one a chance to sort of "meditate" in beautiful surroundings. It might not be "normal" (whatever that means), but it does happen.
Of course, all that is kind of beside the point, as this is rather clearly a work not grounded in realism - as evidenced by their rather inventive use of language and the ending (among many other aspects of the filmmaking.)
mathiasa
It's called boredom, look it up!Joker of Gotham
A simple good movie3.5/5
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chemosh6969. Everyone isn't just like you. Some people don't need to talk. Some people like to hike and to get away from it all. They were obviously amateurs at what they were doing and as much as I don't understand how they lost track of direction (but maybe I just have a good sense of direction), I think this was an amazing film still.deadendjob
Wasn't bored for a second. Fantastic cinematography, flooring direction. Brilliant use of Arvo Part music, too.Public Enemy
The plot sounded decent enough but I don't buy that they "forgot" food and water before going on a desert hike when they both just got out of the car with no backpacks or anything.Also, normal people don't just leave to go on a hike, never saying anything to each other in the car or not even a word once they get out and start walking. They didn't even act like they were going on a hike when they got out of the car. They acted like they just pulled up to a department store, hopped out and just started walking to the entrance.
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Superb. Obviously underrated on IMDb.Timec
I can watch this movie every week and never grow tired of it. A great, soul-cleansing experience of a film.Louis Mazzini
Just brilliant!mightysparks
I would like to buy this film, not The Complete UFO Megaset!Skyscore
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