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We all know how tough it can be growing up and figuring out who are, which is why, I think, we can all somewhat relate to Water Lilies. Made in 2007, it’s a French film (originally titled Naissance des pieuvres) essentially about two young girls reluctant to come to terms with the fact that they are both lesbians. Okay you’re probably thinking, this is the perfect movie for guys to get horny but I assure you it is much more than that. I was so moved and felt just as much sadness, happiness and shame as the characters did. I know that sounds completely fruity but it’s true.

One of the main characters, Floriane, is the captain of her synchronized swimming team. All of the girls hate her. She’s beautiful and gets all the guys but many call her a slut. What they don’t know is that Floriane is carrying a deep dark secret, which you probably already figured out. Funny thing is, she carries the facade just to irritate the girls. The other main character, Marie, falls in love with Floriane but struggles to come to terms with her sexuality just as much as Floriane does. The two girls fast become best friends and an obvious relationship ensues though nothing ever really happens. Furthermore, Floriane tries — unsuccessfully — many times to lose her virginity with a guy, (interesting when you find out who did but again, you probably already figured that out). This hurts and confuses Marie and thus further complicates their relationship.

We see the torment, the confusion and the shame in acknowledging one’s sexuality. Who hasn’t at one point at least questioned their sexuality? To me, this film is much more than just two lesbians or people trying to get laid. We do see a lot of nudity and half-naked bodies but that’s just a metaphor of how exposed we want people to think we are. Deep down we all have something to hide, something we feel ashamed of.

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