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There were a few instances in the film where there would be an old picture on the screen and it would focus on one figure in the picture and blur out the rest. I thought this was a really cool way of adding some dynamics to an otherwise still shot. I really loved how this film intertwined archival footage of both Nas and of New York to broaden the scope of his story to something more universal. Even though this film centered on Nas, it featured a lot of other people who could provide more context for the climate at the time, which overall made the film feel multidimensional and comprehensive. I really love how creative this film was with its use of still photos – that is something I’d love to implement into my own work.

Through their art and marriage, Cutie and The Boxer delves into themes of love, sacrifice, and artistic ambition through the lives of Japanese artists Ushio and Noriko. It offers a candid portrayal of their unconventional partnership and the challenges they face in the pursuit of artistic excellence. Through intimate storytelling, the film conveys a sense of closeness between the viewer and the subjects without the use of sit-down interviews in a traditional documentary. I thought the film captured beautifully how their distinct artistic styles were woven together into one creative journey.