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We're Here to Try
Daria is getting married, and Antonio is the best man. They are two artists who have lived in the same building for years, but now she’s moving to another neighborhood. They get to work on a new project inspired by Federico Fellini’s Ginger and Fred, and bring in Emanuele, Monica, Francesco, Martina, and Andrea. First, tap dancing classes, as the script comes together one day at a time, with rehearsals in Rome, Rimini and France, in theaters shut down by Covid-19. Euphoria is running high, despite the uncertain times, and our theater troupe starts to resemble a gaggle of shipwreck survivors, bewildered by the way real life gets confounded with what is tentatively shaping up as the stage production.
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Plot Summary
This documentary follows three women from different backgrounds as they navigate personal and societal challenges. It explores themes of identity, resilience, and the search for belonging in a rapidly changing world. Through intimate portraits, the film offers a poignant look at the human spirit's capacity for hope and transformation.
Critical Reception
We're Here to Try was generally well-received by critics for its empathetic storytelling and strong performances from its subjects. Audiences appreciated its raw honesty and its exploration of universal themes.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its intimate and humanistic approach to complex issues.
Appreciated for its focus on the personal journeys of the featured women.
Noted for its thoughtful exploration of identity and societal pressures.
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Fun Fact
Director Kirsten Johnson is known for her distinctive and highly personal documentary style, often blending observational footage with poetic introspection.
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