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Consumed by its own chilliness,The Aftermathis an emotionally constipated movie about emotional constipation.
On paper, it should work I havent read Rhidian Brooks acclaimed 2014 novel, but it sounds intriguing.
The home has been requisitioned by the Allies, and the relations between the two families is initially tense.
Nevertheless, Lewis suggests that the Luberts remain in the home, living in an annex.
The characters psyches are reflected and expanded by the setting.
In Lewiss case specifically, he cant see that Stephen and Rachael are growing closer together.
As I said, itshouldwork.
They dont have any chemistry either, but the problem goes beyond that.
Their whole journey is programmed, with each stilted step telegraphed way ahead of time.
