![]() ![]() However, this representation of living in the new age is tinted with an uncomfortable cynicism. A safety exists in these new identities, as they are exempt from real emotions or consequences. Self-erasure, as it connects to femininity, is one of the most integral themes in the representation of the millennial experience, also at the forefront of films like “ Spring Breakers,” “ Mistress America” (also starring Kirke) and “ Ingrid Goes West.” They are films where individuality is fractured and erased, replaced with a kind of artificial play acting of melded spirits and shared identities. Uncomfortable with this new attention, she begins changing her habits and even her appearance. In “Gemini” Kirke plays a character who serves as a background player and is suddenly thrust into the action and spotlight. The film as a whole is more engaged with Jill, Heather’s personal assistant. Her decision to temporarily back away from acting seems to be rooted in an anxiety that her image has been worn down, rendered unfamiliar and unrecognizable. The film’s first act is preoccupied with Heather being overwhelmed by her desire to control her public image. Even after being offended by the fan at the diner, Heather goes and tries to find the photo on Instagram to make sure she looks good. Social media, in particular, has shaken away the idea that there exists a public and private persona. More than ever, the idea that a celebrity can have a private life seems eroded. When Heather returns, she gently agrees to a photo but things turn quickly sour, when the fan, with a bright beautiful smile, asks a question that oversteps all normal interpersonal boundaries. Jill tries to get her to leave, but the wide-eyed ingenue wants to be a part of her favorite star’s orbit. She has an uncanny resemblance to her favorite star, they even have the same distinct haircut with shaved sides and long, tight braids. As Heather steps outside for a moment, a young fan slides into the booth across from Jill. When taking an order, the waitress asks if they would like some “apps, you know appetizers,” a kind of too-hip function of a place designed for influencers. ![]() It is self-aware kitsch, orchestrated to be hip and social media ready. It is decorated with neon signs, celebrity photos, and retro waitress outfits. ![]() The film redefines the idea of the California experience as living through a filter, as typical American stomping grounds are redesigned for a hyper-connected world.Įarly on in the film, Jill and Heather are at a diner. Unlike previous decades of noir, this takes on new significance in the era of TMZ and Instagram. Fear pierces through the somnambulist environment, as the characters grow increasingly paranoid over being constantly under surveillance. With a cobalt and ultraviolet color scheme and a jazzy score, the movie seems to be cast in the dreariness of Hollywood dreams. “Gemini” has a breezy lethargy and the characters always look on the brink of sleep. The actress, paranoid and afraid for her life, asks to borrow Jill’s gun: A choice that Jill will later regret. By the time Heather and Jill return home that night, they will have encountered at least four people who might wish Heather harm. Heather seems unfazed and is far more preoccupied with her decision to bail out of an upcoming film. He threatens to kill Heather, a promise that Jill relays to her boss with a casual coolness. Later that same year, Saran remade the film in Telugu as Gemeni.In the film’s opening scene, Jill receives a phone call from Heather’s jilted ex. The film won three Filmfare Awards, three ITFA Awards and four Cinema Express Awards. Its success, largely attributed to the popularity of "O Podu", resurrected the Tamil film industry, which was experiencing difficulties after a series of box office failures. Made at an estimated cost of ₹40 million (US$500,000), the film earned more than ₹200 million (US$2.5 million) at the box office and became one of the highest-grossing Tamil film of the year. Gemini was released two days ahead of the Tamil New Year on 12 April 2002 and received mixed reviews, with praise for the performances of Vikram and Mani but criticism of Saran's script. The soundtrack was well received, with the song "O Podu" becoming a sensation in Tamil Nadu. Venkatesh and editing by Suresh Urs while the soundtrack was scored by Bharadwaj. ![]() The film was shot mainly at the AVM Studios in Chennai, while two song sequences were filmed in Switzerland. Production began shortly afterwards in December the same year and was completed by March 2002. Saran was inspired by this incident and scripted a story based on it. In early 2001, rival gangsters "Vellai" Ravi and Chera reformed themselves with the patronage of a police officer. ![]()
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |
AuthorWrite something about yourself. No need to be fancy, just an overview. ArchivesCategories |