Review of The English Patient (1996) by Avant G — 19 Aug 2011
To tell the truth, I saw this one because my psychopathology professor pointed it as an example of schizoid personality, so I was concentrated in Laslo's behavior. I didn't find the movie as interesting as some people claim it to be, and I think it was too long. I liked Hana, though.
Regarding the so-called Laslo's schizoid personality, I have to say I'm not so sure. He clearly presents some caracteristics, yes, but we need to take in account the circumstances in which Laslo is presented to us: he is away from his country, talking a foreing language among people who, though seem friendly, might have contributed, somehow, to Laslo's isolation. The diference of cultures and habits might play some role here. Besides, when he is burnt, well, he is in pain and when people are in pain, sometimes they just don't care anymore about what others think about them. He is disfigured and he has amnesia too, which are things that might harden a person. I didn't read the book, so I'm just guessing (i don't know if the book presents more information about Laslo). He seems to act in the same way, but my question is: is it just his personality or was it his circumstances that created the coincidence?
This review of The English Patient (1996) was written by Avant G on 19 Aug 2011.
The English Patient has generally received very positive reviews.
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