Jarir Anas

Movie Review: Sometimes I Think About Dying So, I finally got around to watching Sometimes I Think About Dying, a movie I’d been wanting to see for a while. Let’s talk about it a bit. Directed by Rachel Lambert, the film paints a haunting yet captivating picture of loneliness and the quiet desperation of human existence. It follows Fran, an emotionally distant office worker who spends her days stuck in isolation, often daydreaming about different ways of dying—not because she wants to die, but because she’s curious about how it might feel. These fantasies are sprinkled throughout the film, adding a dark yet strangely beautiful contrast to her dull reality. This movie is a slow burn, no doubt about that. The plot is pretty uneventful, and the pacing is deliberate, but that’s kind of the point. Every shot is thoughtfully crafted, making even the most boring office scenes feel visually stunning. The way the lighting and composition reflect Fran’s emotions is just brilliant. It’s slow, sure, but it pulls you into Fran's world of isolation and makes it relatable in an almost unsettling way. The movie also does a great job exploring the fear of human connection. Fran’s interactions are painfully awkward but so real, capturing that push-and-pull between wanting to be seen and being terrified of it. The dialogue is minimal but sharp, showing the struggle between her need for isolation and her quiet longing for closeness. The score adds a lot too, setting the tone perfectly without being too dramatic. By the end, even with all the heaviness, there’s this tiny bit of hope that sticks with you—a feeling that maybe, just maybe, reaching out isn’t so bad after all. This isn’t a movie for everyone, especially if you’re looking for action or big plot twists. It’s more of a character study, finding beauty in loneliness and the bravery it takes to try and escape it, even if just for a moment. Personally, I really liked it, even if some might find it boring. My ratings: Acting: 7/10 Cinematography: 9/10 Score: 8/10 Overall, I’d give it a solid 7.5/10. Definitely worth a watch if you’re in the mood for something slow but meaningful! :D