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Synopsis by New Directors/New Films: "In a world of increasing layers between people, intimacy is perhaps the most elusive ingredient of human interaction. A person can either take the plunge and emotionally connect with their OS (à la Spike Jonze’s Her) or, in the case of She’s Lost Control, psychotherapists can refer patients to sex surrogates. Engaging in that line of work, NYC-based Ronah (fearlessly played by Brooke Bloom) puts to use her considerable psych-studies experience, as well as her natural solicitous warmth, to engage in close but professional relationships. Until, that is, she meets Johnny, and her already fraying control dissolves the thin line between professional and personal intimacy."<ref name= "synopsis">{{cite web |url=http://newdirectors.org/film/shes-lost-control |title=New Directors/New Films; She's Lost Control |accessdate=2015-01-08}}</ref> |
Synopsis by New Directors/New Films: "In a world of increasing layers between people, intimacy is perhaps the most elusive ingredient of human interaction. A person can either take the plunge and emotionally connect with their OS (à la Spike Jonze’s ''Her'') or, in the case of ''She’s Lost Control'', psychotherapists can refer patients to sex surrogates. Engaging in that line of work, NYC-based Ronah (fearlessly played by Brooke Bloom) puts to use her considerable psych-studies experience, as well as her natural solicitous warmth, to engage in close but professional relationships. Until, that is, she meets Johnny, and her already fraying control dissolves the thin line between professional and personal intimacy."<ref name= "synopsis">{{cite web |url=http://newdirectors.org/film/shes-lost-control |title=New Directors/New Films; She's Lost Control |accessdate=2015-01-08}}</ref> |
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| She's Lost Control | |
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| File:SLC poster.jpg Film poster | |
| Directed by | Anja Marquardt |
| Written by | Anja Marquardt |
| Produced by | Anja Marquardt Kiara C. Jones Mollye Asher Oren Moverman |
| Starring | Brooke Bloom Marc Menchaca Dennis Boutsikaris Laila Robins Robert Longstreet |
| Cinematography | Zachary Galler |
| Edited by | Anja Marquardt Nick Carew |
| Music by | Simon Taufique |
Production companies | SLC Film Rotor Film |
| Distributed by | Monument Releasing |
Release date |
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Running time | 90 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
She's Lost Control is a 2014 American dark drama film written and directed by Anja Marquardt in her directorial debut. The film stars Brooke Bloom as Ronah, a sexual surrogate whose professional intimacy with her male clients has begun to take over her personal life. The film had its world premiere at the 2014 Berlin International Film Festival[1] where it won the in the Forum section's top prize, the CICAE International Confederation of Art Cinemas Award.[2] The film is described as a "stylish, deeply unnerving, and profound film on an intangible modern issue."[3]
It will be released theatrically by Monument Releasing on March 20, 2015.
Plot
The professional and personal life of a sexual surrogate begins to unravel when she starts working with a new client.
Synopsis by New Directors/New Films: "In a world of increasing layers between people, intimacy is perhaps the most elusive ingredient of human interaction. A person can either take the plunge and emotionally connect with their OS (à la Spike Jonze’s Her) or, in the case of She’s Lost Control, psychotherapists can refer patients to sex surrogates. Engaging in that line of work, NYC-based Ronah (fearlessly played by Brooke Bloom) puts to use her considerable psych-studies experience, as well as her natural solicitous warmth, to engage in close but professional relationships. Until, that is, she meets Johnny, and her already fraying control dissolves the thin line between professional and personal intimacy."[4]
Cast
- Brooke Bloom as Ronah
- Marc Menchaca as Johnny
- Dennis Boutsikaris as Dr. Alan Cassidy
- Laila Robins as Irene
- Tobias Segal as Christopher
- Roxanne Day as Claire
- Ryan Homchick as Andro
- Robert Longstreet as C.T.
Production
Initial production funds for She's Lost Control were raised on the crowdfunding platform Kickstarter, earning a total of $50,081 by November 9, 2012. The film was shot entirely in New York City, principal photography commenced June 28, 2013.
Reception
She's Lost Control received positive reviews from critics. David Rooney in his review for The Hollywood Reporter described the film as "chilling" and "austerely elegant”, “acted with naturalistic intensity”, "arrestingly lit and shot, exhibiting a sharp eye for expressive compositions.”[5] Marc Adams of Screen International said in his review that there's “much to admire in Marquardt’s control and precision as well as a well sustained lead performance by lead actress Brooke Bloom (...) Brooke Bloom is impressive... while Menchaca is equally impressive." Adams called the film “astutely cold and compelling”, “unglossy and taut."[6] Eric Kohn of Indiewire called the film "a fascinating debut" and "engrossing" and graded the film A- by saying that "She's Lost Control strikes a fascinating mood between slow-building angst and cold remove not unlike the Joy Division song that provides its title."[7]
Accolades
| Year | Award | Category | Recipients | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Berlin International Film Festival | CICAE Award | Anja Marquardt | Won |
| Best First Feature | Anja Marquardt | Nominated | ||
| SXSW Film Festival | Gamechanger Award | Anja Marquardt | Nominated | |
| Nantucket Film Festival | Adrienne Shelly Award | Anja Marquardt | Nominated | |
| Thessaloniki International Film Festival | Best Lead Actress | Brooke Bloom | Won | |
| Jeonju International Film Festival | Best International Feature Film | Anja Marquardt | Nominated | |
| International Festival of Independent Cinema Off Plus Camera | Best Feature Film | Anja Marquardt | Nominated | |
| Festival du nouveau cinéma | Best Feature Film | Anja Marquardt | Nominated | |
| 2015 | Independent Spirit Awards | Best First Feature | Anja Marquardt Kiara C. Jones Mollye Asher |
Pending |
| Best First Screenplay | Anja Marquardt | Pending |
References
- ^ "Berlinale Breakouts: 10 Folks That Made a Major Impression At This Year's Festival; Brooke Bloom and Anja Marquardt, 'She's Lost Control'". February 18, 2014.
- ^ "Berlinale Forum 2014: She's Lost Control by Anja Marquardt wins the CICAE Art Cinema Award!". February 15, 2014.
- ^ "Film Society of Lincoln Center; She's Lost Control". Retrieved 2015-01-08.
- ^ "New Directors/New Films; She's Lost Control". Retrieved 2015-01-08.
- ^ "She's Lost Control: Berlin Review". February 8, 2014.
- ^ "Review: 'She's Lost Control'". May 9, 2014.
- ^ "Berlin Review: Sex Surrogate Finds Love, Kinda, In Anja Marquardt's Fascinating Debut 'She's Lost Control'". February 10, 2014.