Second watch. The first two episodes of this three-part anthology seemed just as off as before — odd casting for the first and too much of a contrived structure for the second.
But the third episode was even more moving than before. Just wonderful performances from the two actresses as they wrestle with regrets and doubts. I love that it is shot in a very flat and uncinematic way. For forty minutes you get to share this wonderful day without anything getting in the way.
There’s so much to love here: the moment the mistaken identity is discovered, the In the Mood for Love-ish role-playing, and calm, but deeply emotional tone.