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I'm amazed at the masterfulness of this feature debut. It's not slow, yet not too fast paced, it's got its social commentary, yet leaves enough air for magic and humour. And last but not least - it's exact length as not to burden the plot with directorial whimsies.

I became a fan of Miranda July after watching her debut movie, and expected this one with curiosity to see what quirks she'll prepare for us this time. And that's what probably spoils it all for her and her fans - expecting quirky story, acting and directing - because there it is, but I couldn't stop thinking how much this reminds me of The Eternal Sunshine of The Spotless Mind, no matter how different the films may be. Take away the talking cat, the fantastic metaphorical stopping of time, the strange dances - and it falls apart, what's left is just enough for a short movie, and a student short movie, with foreseeable plot.