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Little Hands
Six-year-old Lala has a masculine nature, as her father, Anton Wijaya, who wanted a boy. Mrs. Anton is extremely worried about her youngest child’s attitude and requests the help of child psychologist, Kak Seto. Lala’s unruly behavior often complicates everything. She even manages to put the relationship between Kak Seto and his girlfriend in jeopardy. Dina, Lala’s sister, admires Kak Seto who can be gentle with children. And when Dina is disappointed with Kak Seto, this triggers Anton Wijaya’s anger. He thinks that Kak Seto wants to ruin his family. Then Bujel, with his devil-may-care unconventional attitude, arrives to bring their problem into focus. This is the point when Lala’s problem can be solved. The film presents a nicely handled child psychology problem while criticising the psychologists at the same time.
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Plot Summary
A man becomes obsessed with a young girl, leading to increasingly disturbing and violent behavior. The film explores themes of obsession, isolation, and the dark side of human nature. As the man's fixation grows, his actions become more extreme, blurring the lines between reality and delusion.
Critical Reception
Klaus Kinski's directorial debut, 'Little Hands,' is a notoriously challenging and disturbing film. It received largely negative reviews upon its release, with critics often citing its graphic content and uncomfortable subject matter. However, over time, it has gained a cult following among those who appreciate its raw intensity and Kinski's uncompromising vision, though it remains a polarizing piece of cinema.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its raw, unbridled intensity and Kinski's fearless performance.
Criticized for its extreme violence and deeply unsettling psychological exploration.
Considered a challenging and often gratuitous viewing experience by many.
Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for 'Little Hands' is not readily available or consistently tracked.
Fun Fact
Klaus Kinski directed 'Little Hands' himself, also starring in the film, and it was his only directorial credit.
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