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    In a bold‌ departure from the⁣ hypermasculine ‌world of ⁣Robert E. Howard’s Conan the Barbarian, French writer/director Bertrand Mandico’s new film “She Is Conann” takes a‌ daring feminist ​approach to the​ classic myth. ⁣This mind-bending, visually stunning film explores⁢ how ‍the capacity for⁢ violence transcends gender boundaries.

    A World of Chaos and Dreams:

    Set in a ⁢surreal, ever-shifting landscape⁢ where time and space bend to⁣ the will of the subconscious, “She‍ Is Conann” follows the journey of a young girl who becomes a legendary barbarian ⁤after her village is destroyed by ruthless ​raiders. At just 15, Conann (Claire Duburcq) faces a bleak future when her ‍mother is killed and⁤ she is enslaved by the cruel ⁣warrior Sanja ⁣(Julia Riedler). With nothing left to⁤ lose, Conann embraces the currency of her world –⁣ brutal⁢ savagery – to survive, unwittingly altering ‌the course of human history.

    Echoes of the Original, with a Twist:

    While “She‌ Is Conann” shares‌ some basic plot elements and⁣ depicts a world steeped⁣ in sexualized ⁢ultraviolence, reminiscent of John Milius’ 1982 “Conan the⁢ Barbarian” starring Arnold Schwarzenegger, Mandico’s film goes ⁣beyond simply subverting the hypermasculine narrative by focusing on women characters. Instead, it delves into one of the most intriguing ‍aspects of Howard’s original Conan mythos.

    A Tapestry of Lives:

    Drawing inspiration from Howard’s 1932 short story ‌”People of the Dark,” in which Conan ⁣is ‍revealed to ⁣be a past life of ​another character, “She Is ​Conann” ​presents its protagonist not as a ⁤singular entity, but as an ‍older woman (Françoise Brion) reflecting on the ⁢many lives she lived on her path ‍to becoming an icon of ⁢war and destruction. The 15-year-old⁣ Conann is ⁢just one ‌piece of a larger puzzle, her⁤ terror a testament to​ the beginning ‍of her epic journey.

    Pivotal Moments of Self-Discovery:

    As Conann ‍encounters the⁢ demon Rainer​ (Elina Löwensohn)​ and her 25-year-old self‍ (Christa Théret), who must kill her past self to move forward, the film focuses on these ⁤pivotal moments of self-annihilation and realization‍ to explore​ the many faces of barbarity. For the elder Conann,​ wandering through hell in ‍search of her memories, this ​is ancient history,‌ but for the younger Conanns, it is a terrifying and transformative experience.

    A Visual Feast:

    Anna⁣ Le Mouël’s production‌ design showcases how “She​ Is Conann”​ evolved ‍from Mandico’s earlier Conan-focused ⁢projects at the ⁣Théâtre Nanterre-Amandiers. The film’s abstract, ‍stage-play-like quality, particularly in​ its opening act, ‍evokes⁤ the shock of looking back on ​one’s life,⁢ while the brutal, beautiful transitions between Conanns serve as a metaphor for the barbarity⁢ of‌ destroying one version of‌ oneself ‍to‌ become another.

    Cinematographer Nicolas Eveilleau’s keen eye highlights the rich textures of‌ each vignette, creating a shockingly⁤ beautiful film despite its gory depictions of disembowelment. Costume designer Elise Cribier-Delande’s‌ high-fashion aesthetic brilliantly explores‌ the many facets‍ of⁣ Conann’s identity.

    Conclusion:

    While each ⁢Conann is unique, they are⁢ all women driven by their desires – for vengeance, understanding, and connection – to excel as barbarians.‍ As “She ⁣Is Conann” races ​towards its conclusion, ​Conann herself⁢ becomes an increasingly ⁤fascinating and macabre ⁤figure, but it is the film’s portrayal of barbarism as​ a⁤ thing of ‌arresting beauty that truly inspires.

    “She Is Conann” features an ⁤ensemble cast ​including Sandra⁢ Parfait, Christophe Bier,⁤ Karoline Rose Sun, Holly-Rose Clegg, ⁣Yuming Hey, and ⁢Anna⁣ Raisson. The film is set for ​a limited theatrical release across the US and is available⁤ for⁤ preorder on DVD and Blu-Ray.

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    1. sapphireh on March 11, 2024 7:03 pm

      Conann’s brutal journey from enslaved girl to legendary barbarian challenges traditional gender roles in this surreal reimagining

      Reply
    2. canyona on March 11, 2024 7:03 pm

      Conann’s journey of self-discovery through violence and chaos challenges gender norms in this surreal reimagining of a classic myth.

      Reply
    3. Aria Turner on March 11, 2024 7:03 pm

      The film’s complex portrayal of brutality across time and gender is thought-provoking.

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    4. QuillQuester on March 11, 2024 7:03 pm

      The film’s surreal exploration of violence and gender is intriguing, if potentially controversial.

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    5. ReflectionRover on March 11, 2024 7:03 pm

      The film’s surreal, dreamlike visuals are a perfect match for its mind-bending narrative.

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