"I was supposed to die in that hospital."

Four and a half years ago, there was a moment where it seemed like I was about to die in the hospital and this is the only thing that has made me glad I didn't.

It's so utterly astonishing to me that every little bit of pain is worth it to experience this. Despite being such an emotionally exhausting experience to the point I take a physical toll, the idea of replaying it gives me such buoyancy. Oh, but what I would do to play it for the first time again. Each playthrough has been longer than the last -- to savour that feeling because I know nothing else will give me anything like it.

Such a genius approach to this story. Flawlessly woven non-linear narrative revolving around these two incredible characters.

So well-laid out in terms of messaging & themes yet so much to interpret for yourself; it's beautiful. So meticulously crafted that no-one will be able to build something as masterful as this again.

Clarification: While films like Aftersun and 'Everything, Everywhere' push me to be alive out of my love for others, this is the only artwork that makes me happy I still am.

"When you're lost in the darkness, look for the light."


okay but like imagine Abby looks into your eyes and says "you're my people" to you...