No Regret

*“Is it because I’m not educated? Then I’ll study hard. **Is it because I’m dirty? Then I’ll wash. *Is it because I’m poor? Then I’ll work hard.” No Regret really surprised me honestly, I feel like it’s such a raw and sad movie but that’s exactly what makes it work even more. I really liked how it shows loneliness and desire in such a real way without trying to make it look beautiful or romantic. The relationship between the characters feels intense, uncomfortable, and even destructive at times, but it never stops feeling human. I also think the atmosphere of the movie is amazing; the entire film has this melancholic and empty feeling that stays with you after it ends. The acting and cinematography make so many scenes hit really hard even when almost nothing is being said. Honestly, I don’t think it’s perfect, but I completely understand why it’s considered such an important Asian LGBT film.