When it comes to LGBT films, tragedy and loneliness and death are the main narratives being put out there. But in this particular movie, those three elements aren't because of their sexual orientation. This movie is kind of a gem. It handles sex work and sex workers well, doesn't dehumanize them. There is even a character representing men who consume said content and yet feel like they can 'save' the person. That was all amazingly handled. Another side of the story is death by tragedy, and the permanent trauma it caused on a family member. One of the main characters are tied down by their guilt, their sense of responsibility. I definitely think I would've rated this lower if the heaviness didn't end with some light, so thankfully it did.
Review of Spider Lilies
