Easy Living (2017)

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Sherry Graham, a self-destructive makeup saleswoman, hopes a new man and business venture will provide her a fresh start. After her plans are foiled, she takes control of her life in a dramatic turn of events.

Overview
"Easy Living" is an indie film directed and composed by Adam Keleman. Premiered in 2017 at the SXSW Film Festival, the movie is a keenly observed picture of a female's struggle with identity, self-worth, and the social pressures of success. It stars starlet Caroline Dhavernas who played lead Sherry, a female trying to balance her personality while dealing with previous injury.

Plot
Sherry Graham, a relentless door-to-door charm product saleswoman, is identified to make an effective life for herself. She resides in motels and survives on a diet of alcohol and roller-coaster relationships, whilst switching in between her opposing identities- a responsible saleswoman during the day and party-goer during the night.

An unforeseen romance flowers between her and a responsive potential client, Danny (played by McCann). Nevertheless, this newfound love likewise leads her to review her distressed past and confront her negligent sis, Abby (played by Siff). Sherry's life spirals out of control, testing her resilience and unyielding optimism.

Characters
Caroline Dhavernas provides a fantastic efficiency as Sherry, communicating her several personalities with a special depth. Sherry's character is layered and strong in spite of her insecurities and the harsh realities she deals with. Her ability to keep lightheartedness and optimism even in the worst situations is both awful and inspirational. The supporting characters play important functions in forming up Sherry's life. The chemistry between Sherry and Danny develops the property and intensifies the levels of emotional depth in the movie.

Styles and Symbolism
"Easy Living" serves an insightful exploration of the struggles faced by a lady fighting her inner devils and external hardships while looking for a satisfying personal and professional life. It ruminates on the themes of self-doubt, durability, expressed through Sherry's constant battle to better herself. The title itself, "Easy Living", is a powerful irony showing the complexity of Sherry's life.

Critical Reception
"Easy Living" met with blended reviews from the critics. While some applauded the distinct storytelling and Dhavernas's standout efficiency, others discovered the story lacking in clearness and ambition. In spite of the combined reaction, the film was typically lauded for its emotional approach towards its protagonist's struggles, delivering a tale that is bittersweet and thoughtful.

Drawing Conclusions
"Easy Living" is a poignant, subtle exploration of a baffled female striving to develop a life she deems successful while battling her inner and external demons. It relies heavily on the efficiency of Caroline Dhavernas, whose layered representation of Sherry offers the movie its amazing depth. The film perfectly represents the battles of life, self-identity, and the nerve to conquer it. While it doesn't supply responses, it stirs concerns about life understandings, personal growth, and the definition of success.

Top Cast

  • Caroline Dhavernas (small)
    Caroline Dhavernas
    Sherry
  • McCaleb Burnett (small)
    McCaleb Burnett
    Henry
  • Elizabeth Marvel (small)
    Elizabeth Marvel
    Abby
  • Charlie Hofheimer (small)
    Charlie Hofheimer
    Norman
  • Jen Richards (small)
    Jen Richards
    Danny
  • Daniel Eric Gold (small)
    Daniel Eric Gold
    Ted
  • C.J. Wilson (small)
    C.J. Wilson
    Fred
  • Taylor Richardson (small)
    Taylor Richardson
    Alice
  • Mary Catherine Garrison (small)
    Mary Catherine Garrison
    Trish