My absolute favorite moment of the film
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My absolute favorite moment of the film
I'm sorry to gush like this but newly infected i just have to talk about this amazing story
My absolute absolute favorite scene that makes my heart just melt is when Eli pulls Oskar from the pool and they exchange "the look" that expresses that they had both let the right one in.
Seriously how did 12 year old actors make them seem so genuine? It just blows my mind.
Again sorry to gush but I can't help it...im thoroughly infected.
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It does seem you are infected. So sorry to learn of this May your recovery be long and lengthy (insert evil laughter)
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Your topic heading 'My absolute favorite moment of the film' is good to ponder. Straight off, I don't think I have an 'absolute favorite,' yet I have many favorites.
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Your topic heading 'My absolute favorite moment of the film' is good to ponder. Straight off, I don't think I have an 'absolute favorite,' yet I have many favorites.
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1. Their hands unconsciously mirroring each other through Eli's glass door. Note: She seems to have given up on seeing Oskar again. Blood-caked fingernails, Indifferently dressed.gkmoberg1 wrote: ↑Sat Oct 31, 2020 10:55 pmIt does seem you are infected. So sorry to learn of this May your recovery be long and lengthy (insert evil laughter)
Oh, and welcome
Your topic heading 'My absolute favorite moment of the film' is good to ponder. Straight off, I don't think I have an 'absolute favorite,' yet I have many favorites.
2, The goodbye kiss after she kills Lacke.
3. The shared smile at the swimming pool.
4. The self-possessed Eli cocking her head. "What are you doing?"
5. The awkward hug behind the kiosk.
6. "Do I smell better?"
7. Eli purring in her sleep as she hugs her sleep doll.
There are others, but thanks for the opportunity to trip with the film again!
“For drama to deepen, we must see the loneliness of the monster and the cunning of the innocent.”
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It's hard to choose a single favorite, but for me it's probably either the bed scene, the scene where Eli shows how he solved the cube, or the hug behind the kiosk.
The hug is especially meaningful to me because I find the text equivalent to be one of the most touching parts of the book. A passage from it was included on the dust jacket of the Swedish hardcover edition which I first read, so it was my first proper introduction to the story and helped set the tone for the entire novel.
The hug is especially meaningful to me because I find the text equivalent to be one of the most touching parts of the book. A passage from it was included on the dust jacket of the Swedish hardcover edition which I first read, so it was my first proper introduction to the story and helped set the tone for the entire novel.
De höll om varandra i tystnad. Oskar blundade och visste: detta var det största. Ljuset från lyktan i portvalvet trängde svagt in genom hans slutna ögonlock, la en hinna av rött för hans ögon. Det största.
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Yes! The kiosk hug scene is friggin awesome! Definitely my number 2 by the narrowest of margins behind the pool look!Siggdalos wrote: ↑Tue Nov 03, 2020 12:09 amIt's hard to choose a single favorite, but for me it's probably either the bed scene, the scene where Eli shows how he solved the cube, or the hug behind the kiosk.
The hug is especially meaningful to me because I find the text equivalent to be one of the most touching parts of the book. A passage from it was included on the dust jacket of the Swedish hardcover edition which I first read, so it was my first proper introduction to the story and helped set the tone for the entire novel.
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This is the third time I've tried to write this post, I just couldn't express my thoughts adequately enough so I scrapped the attempt and tried again the next day. I still don't think I've got it right but there's only so many times you can try before giving up altogether.
For me it is the innocence and honesty of the scene where Eli enters Oskar's bedroom through the window. We learn that Oskar really has no clue about relationships, which means that there is no ulterior motive, no other agenda, just a heartbreaking need to connect with Eli. Oskar is one of the most guileless characters I have ever seen. After being pushed to the societal bottom by his peers it's amazing that he risked further rejection at all, and from Eli no less (although probably because of Eli). As for Eli, the guarded suspicion of Oskar's true objective when he asked about "going steady" tells us that Eli has experienced the wrong kind of attention in his past and wants none of that from Oskar. The eventual embracing of Oskar's innocence and acceptance of his friendship confirms Eli's true intentions towards Oskar. Add to that the sumptuous heart rending score from Johan Söderqvist to chase away any doubts about Let The Right One In being a love story.
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For me it is the innocence and honesty of the scene where Eli enters Oskar's bedroom through the window. We learn that Oskar really has no clue about relationships, which means that there is no ulterior motive, no other agenda, just a heartbreaking need to connect with Eli. Oskar is one of the most guileless characters I have ever seen. After being pushed to the societal bottom by his peers it's amazing that he risked further rejection at all, and from Eli no less (although probably because of Eli). As for Eli, the guarded suspicion of Oskar's true objective when he asked about "going steady" tells us that Eli has experienced the wrong kind of attention in his past and wants none of that from Oskar. The eventual embracing of Oskar's innocence and acceptance of his friendship confirms Eli's true intentions towards Oskar. Add to that the sumptuous heart rending score from Johan Söderqvist to chase away any doubts about Let The Right One In being a love story.
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"For a few seconds Oskar saw through Eli’s eyes. And what he saw was … himself. Only much better, more handsome, stronger than what he thought of himself. Seen with love."
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You've express my sentiments perfectly. This scene is and always has been my favorite, for just the reasons you've given.Jameron wrote: ↑Tue Nov 03, 2020 6:20 pmThis is the third time I've tried to write this post, I just couldn't express my thoughts adequately enough so I scrapped the attempt and tried again the next day. I still don't think I've got it right but there's only so many times you can try before giving up altogether.
For me it is the innocence and honesty of the scene where Eli enters Oskar's bedroom through the window. We learn that Oskar really has no clue about relationships, which means that there is no ulterior motive, no other agenda, just a heartbreaking need to connect with Eli. Oskar is one of the most guileless characters I have ever seen. After being pushed to the societal bottom by his peers it's amazing that he risked further rejection at all, and from Eli no less (although probably because of Eli). As for Eli, the guarded suspicion of Oskar's true objective when he asked about "going steady" tells us that Eli has experienced the wrong kind of attention in his past and wants none of that from Oskar. The eventual embracing of Oskar's innocence and acceptance of his friendship confirms Eli's true intentions towards Oskar. Add to that the sumptuous heart rending score from Johan Söderqvist to chase away any doubts about Let The Right One In being a love story.
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We never stop reading, although every book comes to an end, just as we never stop living, although death is certain. (Roberto Bolaño)
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That is very eloquently said. I wholeheartedly agree with everything you said there. That scene is so poignant and moving. You can truly feel the energy of their absolute innocence in only seeking someone to connect with. The way the doubts fade away from both of them into gradual and then complete acceptance and trust of each other moves me to tears every time I see it.Jameron wrote: ↑Tue Nov 03, 2020 6:20 pmThis is the third time I've tried to write this post, I just couldn't express my thoughts adequately enough so I scrapped the attempt and tried again the next day. I still don't think I've got it right but there's only so many times you can try before giving up altogether.
For me it is the innocence and honesty of the scene where Eli enters Oskar's bedroom through the window. We learn that Oskar really has no clue about relationships, which means that there is no ulterior motive, no other agenda, just a heartbreaking need to connect with Eli. Oskar is one of the most guileless characters I have ever seen. After being pushed to the societal bottom by his peers it's amazing that he risked further rejection at all, and from Eli no less (although probably because of Eli). As for Eli, the guarded suspicion of Oskar's true objective when he asked about "going steady" tells us that Eli has experienced the wrong kind of attention in his past and wants none of that from Oskar. The eventual embracing of Oskar's innocence and acceptance of his friendship confirms Eli's true intentions towards Oskar. Add to that the sumptuous heart rending score from Johan Söderqvist to chase away any doubts about Let The Right One In being a love story.
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I loved the "The awkward hug behind the kiosk" - Eli looks so surprised and unsure how to react. Oskar was just being a decent (loving) human. It is understated which is why it works.dongregg wrote: ↑Sun Nov 01, 2020 7:00 pm1. Their hands unconsciously mirroring each other through Eli's glass door. Note: She seems to have given up on seeing Oskar again. Blood-caked fingernails, Indifferently dressed.gkmoberg1 wrote: ↑Sat Oct 31, 2020 10:55 pmIt does seem you are infected. So sorry to learn of this May your recovery be long and lengthy (insert evil laughter)
Oh, and welcome
Your topic heading 'My absolute favorite moment of the film' is good to ponder. Straight off, I don't think I have an 'absolute favorite,' yet I have many favorites.
2, The goodbye kiss after she kills Lacke.
3. The shared smile at the swimming pool.
4. The self-possessed Eli cocking her head. "What are you doing?"
5. The awkward hug behind the kiosk.
6. "Do I smell better?"
7. Eli purring in her sleep as she hugs her sleep doll.
There are others, but thanks for the opportunity to trip with the film again!
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andmker. There's a lot going on here. Eli feels normal human embarrassment at throwing up. Oskar doesn't know how to react, but he automatically comforts Eli with the hug. Throughout the film, human impulses serve when experience is lacking. The unconscious hand play at her glass door is a pure example. There are so many others.
“For drama to deepen, we must see the loneliness of the monster and the cunning of the innocent.”