Because, who says autumn says melancholy… We’re all the same! In the old times, Paul Verlaine wrote “The long sighs, of the violins, of autumn, hurt my heart, with a languor, of sameness”… Is it how you feel? You just want to have a break and relax, watch a good movie and cry your heart out? I know you too well, and I know what’s good for you. Sally Potter knows it too. Her movies are emotion-packed and the acting is amazing. One of her masterpieces is Orlando. Imagine the scene: we’re back to 1700, a woman sits in front of a tree, upset, distraught, you can see it on her face, and she suddenly plucks up her courage, grabs her imposing noble dress, and runs, runs, runs through the forest, determined, and you can feel it from the bottom of your heart… I can’t tell you more, you really have to see it to believe it!
Because, I know you want to show off in front of your boho art-house friends After having spent your day in bed, let’s move on to a covid-free party between friends. Not just anyone, your boho friends. It’s time to broach subjects you just don’t understand, but you’ve heard the concept and you like the ring of it! And nobody will understand you but it’s okay, because it’s the rule. Running out of ideas? Don’t worry, we have what you need. Just before having your guests over, watch Sally Potter’s movie The Party. 1) Many high-brow concepts are addressed like rationalism, the British parliamentary system, self development, ART and the list goes on. 2) It shows you that friends are not always what you think they are, it’s just advice. 3) This is typically the kind of party you have to avoid! Secrets, treasons, criticism. Run away!
Because, Sally Potter is not just a filmmaker, just like you’re not only a couch potato In today’s society, where everyone knows everything on every subject, you have to play your cards right! Sally Potter did it. What? You really thought she was a mere filmmaker? Please! Lady Potter rubs shoulders with the great and the good. She entered the London School of Contemporary Dance and she’s also a great composer. She is above all a complete artist! Do you want an example? In her movie Tango Lessons, she plays the dancer. Yes. A filmmaker needs to have a few tricks up her sleeve. Watch her movies and you will acknowledge her numerous assets. That makes her films genuine masterpieces. Don’t thank me!
Because, there’s more than just your feminist soul! It’s no longer a secret for anyone, women need more prominent roles in cinema. Sally Potter puts women under the limelight. It’s one of her signatures. Do you want to see a minister played by a woman? Watch The Party; An androgynous heroine? Have a look at Orlando; A celebrity? Thriller was made for you. The list would be too long, but shame on you if you don’t watch one of those!Oh! Just another pointer before I leave. Don’t forget to get your ticket to go see her new film, The roads not taken. You won’t be disappointed. Believe me!Sadek Alma
