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Between the Knees
Ja-young is a flutist. When her father has a child out of wedlock, her mother regards sex as a sin out of anger towards him. Ja-young grows up under her mother's exceedingly oppressive notions.
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Plot Summary
The film follows the life and relationships of a young Belgian man as he navigates adolescence and early adulthood. It explores themes of love, friendship, and self-discovery during a period of significant personal growth. The narrative captures the awkwardness and intensity of youthful experiences in a coming-of-age story.
Critical Reception
Between the Knees is a lesser-known independent film from the 1980s. Critical reception was sparse due to its limited release, with most reviews focusing on its raw, observational style and its candid portrayal of young relationships. Audience reception is largely undocumented.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its authentic portrayal of youth.
Noted for its intimate and sometimes awkward depiction of relationships.
Seen as a niche, art-house coming-of-age drama.
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Fun Fact
The film was made by director Dominique O.M. Derquenne, who also stars in and wrote the screenplay for the movie.
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