My reviews are not too concerned about production esthetics, as most reviews are! Mine concern is the narrative! Does it convey truths or untruths? Having said that, my take on Beyto was right on! The script showed how a stifling, traditional culture can override an individual's right to choose his own path in life! It showed how his mother ws denied this path, when she was forced to marry Beyto's father! But her acceptance did result in actually loving him! (one for 'their side!')
When Beyto gave in to marry his boyhood girlfriend, I kept my fingers crossed, that he would stand strong and not give in to this overbearing culture!
Ironically, it seemed (forgot her name)his bride was also a free spirit, and only married Beyto to satisfy her father wishes! But both were in a Delima, if they acted on their true feelings , they faced ostracizing by the village (their parents) and if they stayed, they would forever have to live a lie!
I didn't! Why? We had two people caught up in a Whirlpool of conflicts, and both trying their best not to hurt the other! And both realizing they had to see the other's point of view!
I also agree that Beyto's Swiss lover (Steve?) was a bad choice, he appears self centered, paranoid and jealous! If there is a sequel, to this movie, I'll bet he won't be in it! (Ha!)
Ironically, it seemed (forgot her name)his bride was also a free spirit, and only married Beyto to satisfy her father wishes! But both were in a Delima, if they acted on their true feelings , they faced ostracizing by the village (their parents) and if they stayed, they would forever have to live a lie!
I didn't! Why? We had two people caught up in a Whirlpool of conflicts, and both trying their best not to hurt the other! And both realizing they had to see the other's point of view!
I also agree that Beyto's Swiss lover (Steve?) was a bad choice, he appears self centered, paranoid and jealous! If there is a sequel, to this movie, I'll bet he won't be in it! (Ha!)