The Body Remembers When the World Broke Open

One of the most incredibly close, really personal films I have ever seen. Sensory and emotional realism in every frame.

This is cinema-verite of the perils of a native woman trying to adjust to living in a large city - in this case Vancouver. The strength of this film is that there is no glamorization. Rosa is both victim and predator. And Aila as the Good Samaritan is more a victim.

Also the film is complex, no easy solutions are offered.

The film is slow-paced with no histrionics.

If you are a fan of action films then better to skip this.

Some amazing acting! Violet Nelson is just remarkable, as is her co-star/writer/director Elle-Máijá Tailfeathers. The real-time plot line makes this even more riveting. Don't approach the movie wanting some fast action, but with a sensibility for real-life interactions.

I'll have to say; it is not easy to watch this movie, because of the sensitive subject matter. The plot is real and gritty. The interactions deeply felt and heart-wrenching.

There is so much depth to this film. There is such truth it is a must-see film in my estimation. I am glad I stepped out of my comfort zone and did not pass by this gem. I hope to see much more from both of these amazing women and the co-director/writer Kathleen Hepburn.

I loved every minute of this film. The acting was so realistic and believable, I liked that it was filmed in real time as well as it was like you were with them looking in. Very good.

Being a slow burn, this film is best for a (possibly mature) Canadian or Indie film fan and features superb acting. Kudos all around.