Millie Bobby Brown Poetry Film

Damn son, I need a Samsung! - Adam Gary, 2022.

I thought this was very beautiful and sweet :) I hope we get to see more content like this from Millie- I think she has a lot to offer! In regards to the film itself, I love how she takes on the role of a big sister, not only to her child self but to all girls and children listening in, and she was able to develop that intimate connection between the listener (regardless of our age and gender) and herself. This goes to show how much of a talented performer she is too. The poem was good, and shied away from cliches by making very specific points and contentions, and offered some great advice when it came to self-doubt and growing up. She didn't give the typical 'you are a strong and beautiful woman, yasss slay queen' affirmation a lot of feminist poetry endorses, but instead, offered wisdom beyond her years by reminding the child that yes, you will work it out one day, just not now. And that's ok. <3 It's a wise and reasonable sentiment to tell someone, especially young and impressionable children.

I also really like how she depicted the transformation from child to woman as innocent and mellifluous without shying away from the very real challenges young girls and women face. Though this was a somewhat large-scale production, she dealt with the subject matter with maturity and authenticity. And stylistically, the film was gorgeous. The visual presentation was just as sweet as the words she spoke. Can't really flaw the use of light and props- there was a lot to take away from that.

I do agree, I do like the significance of the red curtains/ribbons and how they double as a literal womb. There is a moment where the child is curled up and sitting away from the ribbons, signifying how she is doubting herself and therefore has estranged herself from the womb (i.e. her womanhood) because she is confused or in fear of what it will bring her. Then Millie emerges from the darkness, ensuring her that in despair, there is hope, growth and self-acceptance and ultimately, freedom. She embraces the womb (which is now her own) and reclaims her womanhood despite the challenges that she has, and will continue to, encounter. Older Millie gets it. She understands that she will continue to evolve the more she gets in touch with herself and her femininity, and only time brought her to this point. This ties in really well with one of the opening lines in the poem: 'dont be wary, you'll know more once you're grown'.

The more I think about this, the more I love it. I would love to hear thoughts from others!