A Matter of Choice (1988)

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A short, silent, black-and-white film dealing with a young woman's moment of choice before entering a back-alley abortion clinic.

Intro
"A Matter of Choice" is a remarkable film released in 1988 under the direction of Gordon Langley. The plot focuses on the linked lives of three characters - a father, his boy and the child's love interest, played by stars Dirk Martin, Brandon Stiver, and Emily Lloyd, respectively.

Plot Summary
Michael (Dirk Martin), a single father who just recently lost his wife, attempts to balance his requiring task as a lawyer and his responsibilities as a father. His teenage child, Paul (Brandon Stiver), comes to grips with the loss of his mom and developing his own course in life. Then enters Lisa (Emily Lloyd), a free-spirited woman, both mystical and charismatic. An advancement of a romantic relationship between Paul and Lisa works as a main point of tension in the film.

The relationship outrages Paul's father as he disapproves Lisa for her unconventional way of life and possible unfavorable influence on his boy. Paul, in his defiant stage, defend his right to pick, attempting to encourage his father that Lisa is not what his dad perceives her to be.

Conflict and Climax
In time, the conflict between Michael and Paul escalates. Michael, not able to accept his kid's option, tries to produce constraints for his child, which just drifts them further apart. On the other hand, Lisa, caught in between the father-son dispute, continues to battle her own satanic forces, even more complicating the circumstance.

The climax hits when Paul chooses to challenge his father's judgement. A heated argument leads to a physical altercation which culminates in Paul revealing Lisa's secret - she suffers from a major illness and does not have long to live. It's a fact that forces Michael to reconsider his feelings towards her and understand that his kid's love for Lisa is far much deeper than he pictured.

Resolution
Following the climax, Michael takes an action back and starts to reflect on his actions. In an emotional turn of events, he learns to let go of his presumptions about Lisa and tries to rectify his relationship with his child. He acknowledges Paul's fully grown perspective on love and life, lastly appreciating his son's options.

Even further, Michael and Paul help Lisa handle her disease, offering emotional support and care. In the process, Lisa's impact helps the dad and son duo come better as they discover to browse their shared sorrow and form a much deeper bond.

Ending
Unfortunately, Lisa dies soon after, leaving a substantial influence on Paul and Michael. Nevertheless, their connection to Lisa and the experience they shared becomes a stepping stone, helping them overcome their disagreements and fix up. Regardless of the heartbreaking loss, together, they find out the real meaning of acceptance, durability, and understanding.

Conclude: Overall Analysis
"A Matter of Choice" efficiently paints a heart-wrenching tale of love, loss, and understanding. It sheds light on the intricacies of familial relationships while striking a balance in between a daddy's concern for his kid and a teenager's journey of self-discovery. The movie profoundly depicts how conflicts can be resolved through empathy, interaction, and a more comprehensive viewpoint on matters of choice.

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