Intriguingly, the film never judges its characters by society's standards. They live beyond the end of the world--a hard life with very little joy or hope in a bleak, empty landscape. And as they search for happiness and build their life together, the film finds earthy rhythms in the warm and often funny situations. The expressive faces of the cast members convey the relationships just as much as the dialog, especially when sadness or jealousy invade their life. Casé is especially good as the eye of the story's proverbial hurricane--she knows she's made a hash of her life, but is trying to make it work anyway. Waddington fills the film with warm colours, insightful editing, moody music, all of which create an atmosphere that draws us in despite its filth and foreignness. And the film has a surprisingly effective message underneath it all about the things we need in relationships--stability, care, passion.

adult themes and situations

23.Jul.01

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