A socially awkward young woman moves into a room in a shared house and struggles to fit in until she takes on some characteristics of the previous tenant.

The story shows how ready young people are to buy into drama, and how easily it can be exposed as fluff if only someone tries. An interesting exploration of an outsider, unskilled in the ways of her peers but stronger than she first appears. This character reminds me of Kay, the 'normal' sister in Jane Campion's Sweetie, both in appearance and mannerisms.

Interesting symbolism, although I didn't always know what was going on and some of the dialogue is like mud.

The drama genre is a broad category that features stories portraying human experiences, emotions, conflicts, and relationships in a realistic and emotionally impactful way. Dramas delve into the complexities of human life, often exploring themes of love, loss, morality, societal issues, personal growth, with the aim to evoke an emotional response from the audience by presenting relatable and thought-provoking stories.

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The short form refers to creative works characterized by their brevity and concise storytelling. Unlike full-length feature films, short films have a running time of less than 45 minutes, while TV shorts have a running time of less than 22 minutes.

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The thriller genre features suspense, tension, and excitement. These stories are known for keeping audiences on the edge of their seats and delivering intense emotional experiences by revolving around high-stakes situations, dangerous conflicts, and the constant anticipation of unexpected events.

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