Among the films that have felt the heat of monumental commercial failure isBill Forsyths 1987Housekeeping.

Forsyths direction is a delicate balance of levity and somber reflectionthat transforms everyday absurdities into moments of poignant reflection.

Is the idea of normalcy a sanctuary or a cage?

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No order of milk in this one.

In its quietness,the film explodes with subtle humor that arises from the social awkwardness of its characters.

The dialogue is muted, and Forsyth adaptsslice-of-life filmmaking.

Christine Lahti as Sylvie looking up at a person offscreen in Housekeeping (1987)

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The humor itself is centered around Silvie’s eccentricity.

Lucille’s flight from their home to a prudish neighbor in search of normalcy is humorous in itself.

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