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I watched it because it was nominated for a Best Film Oscar and we had to vote, otherwise I probably would not have had the opportunity.

It is powerful, in many ways more horrifying than films that graphically show the atrocities, while also allowing someone like me (empaths who have a physical reaction to watching horrors), to learn more about how the whole period played out.

For example, I could not get through even 30 minutes of Flower Moon because I know it will be too hard to watch. If you've seen Flower Moon would you mind giving a similar detailed review so I can get a better sense of what happens?

I am also shocked that Origin was completely shut out of the Oscar Nominations. It would have been my first choice for Best Film. It also depicts the atrocities but in a way that allows an understanding while not being gratuitous (for lack of a better word, I'm sorry).

I know I should be strong and watch, out of respect for those who actually endured the horrors. But the physical response makes it almost impossible.

Thank you.

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