This metaphysical review of the Finnish film “The Forbidden Fruit” (Kielletty hedelmä), 2009 delves into the complexities of spiritual growth and temptation. The review was written by Jacklyn A Lo. Soul All of us, 8 billion souls on planet Earth, have a different spiritual origin. Some of us are very young souls who have just entered the human world and have a lot to learn, while… Read More »Review of Film: The Forbidden Fruit
Metaphysical review of the Finnish Fil Flowers of Evil (2016) (original title: “Pahan kukat”) by Jacklyn A. Lo. This film has the potential to inspire emerging artists, especially those from foreign backgrounds. Although it takes steps toward addressing issues related to multiculturalism in Finnish society, it disappointingly falls short in some key areas. Pros Cultural Diversity One of the strengths of this film is its… Read More »“Flowers of Evil”(2016): Metaphysical Analysis by Jacklyn A. Lo
Metaphysical Movie Review by Jacklyn A. Lo – Apeiron (2013), Director Maria Ruotsala. Apeiron, by Finnish woman director Maria Ruotsala, is a thought-provoking film that is itself a work of art. Who am I? The protagonist, Umbra, goes through the “Who am I?” process. He has an academic background and earns his living by lecturing students and examining patients with mental disorders. Therefore, his soul… Read More »Apeiron (2013). Metaphysical Review by Jacklyn A. Lo
Metaphysical Movie Review by Jacklyn A. Lo – Escobar: Paradise Lost (2014), Director Andrea Di Stefano. Pablo Escobar: A Spiritual Entity Moving Toward Darkness An amazing historical film about Pablo Escobar, a mature soul embodied in one of the most violent and corrupt countries on Earth in 1991. Risky Land for Naive Souls Although Pablo speaks to God and the Holy Mary and talks… Read More »Metaphysical Review – “Escobar: Paradise Lost (2014)”
Metaphysical Review by Jacklyn A. Lo: Biographical Film “Sully”. Director: Clint Eastwood Writers: Todd Komarnicki, Chesley Sullenberger, Jeffrey Zaslow The film “Sully” (2016) stands out as one of the finest examples where the main character confronts a problem and transforms it into a triumph. Spiritual Choice Sully, the protagonist, faces a difficult situation where he must make a life-defining decision i.e. Spiritual Choice, within a… Read More »Sully: A Triumph Amidst Adversity. Metaphysical Review
Unveiling Spiritual Courage: “A Hidden Life (2019): Metaphysical Film Review by Jacklyn A. Lo Director and writer of the film: Terrence Malick. “A Hidden Life” is a thought-provoking historical film about Finding Spiritual Strength during WWII. Individual vs. Society This film explores the journey of a man who refuses to conform to societal norms and instead embraces his own spiritual beliefs, even in the face of hardship. Living… Read More »“A Hidden Life” Metaphysical Review by Jacklyn A. Lo
Film Review: The Day of the Jackal By Metaphysical Reviewer Jacklyn A. Lo The Day of the Jackal is a 1973 political thriller film directed by Fred Zinnemann and starring Edward Fox. The film is based on the 1971 novel of the same name by Frederick Forsyth. Mature and Dark-Souled The assassin, code-named “The Jackal” accepted an offer to kill a high-ranked politician. It is… Read More »The Dark Soul of the Jackal. Film review
Metaphysical Movie Review by Jacklyn A. Lo – The Drop” (2014). Director: Michael R. Roskam. Writer: Dennis Lehane. False Pride The key phrase in this film is False Pride. Bob’s current life is realized in the harsh environment of Brooklyn, infested with low-level mafia gangs. Bob makes a reasonable living working as a bartender in a pub that was previously owned by Cousin Marv. At… Read More »The Drop (2014). Metaphysical in Film
Metaphysical review Jacklyn A. Lo for the film Elina: As If I Wasn’t There (2002). Original title: Elina – Som om jag inte fanns. This is a very exciting film with metaphysical elements where the main character – a little girl confronts an adult authoritarian woman who is fit for her grandmother. Mature Soul The protagonist Elina is a school-age girl with a mature soul… Read More »Elina: As If I Wasn’t There (2002). Metaphysical Review