Eros is a cinematic trilogy that brings into perspective the scenes of sex and love in various depictions and forms. The film is a combination of three short parts directed by different characters. It comprises of The Hand, Equilibrium, and The Dangerous Thread of Things. These short films bring out the cinematic wits of Wong Kar-Wai, Soderbergh, and Antonioni. In their analogy of the film, the directors attempt to unravel the sexual orientation of various characters within the context of eroticism (Bettinson, 2014). In the film segment, “The Hand,” Wong Kar-Wai shows cinematic antics and prowess to demonstrate the sexual scenes accompanied by musical sounds. When Miss Hua, a classy harlot, is paid a courtesy call by Zhang who is an inexperienced assistant to her dressmaker, he is treated to some sexual sounds as he relaxes in the living room waiting to take the measurements as instructed by the dressmaker. They later engage in an unconsummated affair with uncensored memories of erotic engagement occupying the mind of Zhang. In the “Equilibrium,” Nick Penrose experiences a plethora of erotic dreams about a naked pulchritudinous woman who frequently visits his apartment. There is a cinematic luxuriance between the shorts films. In “The Dangerous Thread of Things,” a couple goes for a walk along the coast in Tuscany where they get sight of a beautiful woman. Christopher eventually visits her, and they engage in coitus (Kar-Wai, Soderberg & Antonioni, 2013). The women also have an encounter along the beach while naked to invoke some sense of nudity that characterizes the film throughout the scenes. The trilogy seems to be centered on sexual exploits of the characters. The major themes are sex and love that is experienced by the characters whose imaginations draws them to eroticism.
The thesis in a single sentence
“The Hand”- Sexual imagination can lead to a romantic relationship.
“Equilibrium” - Romantic illusion can be psychological torturous.
“The Dangerous Thread of Things” - Nudity offers sexual appeal and unbearable attraction.
If I were to compose an exam question about the reading
Keenly take into perspective the scenes in the film “Eros,” and the behavior of different characters in their roles. It is clear that there is a common theme among the movie segments as directed by Wong Kar-Wai, in “The Hand,” Soderbergh’s “Equilibrium,” and Antonioni’s “The Dangerous Thread of Things.” Identify the common theme in the films and show how it is demonstrated in the various scenes throughout the film. Explain the roles played by the specific characters in bringing out the identified theme.
The most striking scene in the film
The scene that strikes most is when Zhang, who is an apprentice of the tailor hears sexual sounds while waiting for Miss Hua in the living room. The view is particularly striking as it brings out the raw nature of Zhang through her illusions that further turns into exploits when he eventually goes to measure Miss Hua. He decides to use his hands in a bid to find comportment and sexual satisfaction.
Were the characters having a striking conversation?
The conversation between Linda and Christopher about “Chaos” in “The Dangerous Thread of Things” is quite striking. As Linda engages in lonely foreplay, Antonio triggers her sexual agitation to make love. The conversation was a bit unusual since the two had just met and hardly knew each. It explicitly leads to making love between the two parties. While it remains relevant within the context of the movie and its main theme, the incident is shocking. When Christopher asks Linda if she will be able to handle his chaos, it remains apparent that he’s luring her into sex.
The topic that I would choose for the final paper
The topic would be Cinematic romance and characterization.
References
Bettinson, G. (2014). The sensuous cinema of Wong Kar-wai: film poetics and the aesthetic of disturbance. Hong Kong University Press.
Kar-Wai, W., Soderberg, S., & Antonioni, M. (Directors). (2013). Eros [Video file]. Retrieved January 17, 2017, from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WGMpcpwvPLo&app=desktop
