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'The Belier Family' 2014
This month I am recommending a film - La Famille Belier a comedy/drama that was a hit in France over a year ago and now, as The Belier Family. I recently saw this film with my family; it was one of those rare moments in time where we all enjoyed it.
The Belier Family is set on a farm where 16-year-old Paula lives with her parents and her younger brother. They are a close-knit family and all contribute to the running of the family dairy farm. Paula is the only member of the family who is not deaf and, as a result acts as their indispensible interpreter.
Paula’s music teacher discovers her musical talent as a singer. One of Paula’s challenges is breaking the news to her deaf family that she wants to be a singer. Without giving too much away, I particularly enjoyed a concert scene that was void of sound, providing the viewer an opportunity to experience, amongst other things, the bafflement and boredom of those who cannot hear. It encourages the viewer to think about what it must be like to live in a world where not only you can't hear but where you're physically unable to appreciate the talent of your own child.
Although this movie has had mixed reviews, I think it is a true mix of sensitivity and rude exuberance and thoroughly enjoyed it.
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