Shy People (1987)

Movie Overview
"Shy People" is a visually striking drama film shot in 1987, directed by the highly-praised Russian filmmaker Andrei Konchalovsky. The film juxtaposes two greatly different American way of lives - the brash, urban, high-paced living of New York and the laid-back, spiritual, and shy life of Louisiana's bayous.

Main Characters and Plot
The storyline focuses on two main households. On one side, we have Diana Sullivan (played by Jill Clayburgh), an effective editor for Cosmopolitan magazine in New York City. She is at the same time battling with her troubled adolescent daughter Grace (Martha Plimpton). On the other side, we have the Suliven household, remote loved ones of Diana living in the mystique bayous of Louisiana led by its head, Ruth Suliven (Barbara Hershey).

In need of a fresh viewpoint for a short article, Diana chooses to explore her family roots and endeavors into Louisiana, dragging her drug-addicted child along. They are confronted by Ruth's eccentric lifestyle, isolated from society, coping with her 3 boys and her belief in spirits and witchcraft.

Post-Arrival Adjustments & Conflicts
On their arrival, Diana and Grace discover it quite challenging to adjust to this new way of life. The distinctions in way of life, mindsets, worths, and perception of truth dramatically collide, producing palpable stress. Diana attempts to dig deeper into the Suliven's hidden past while having problem with Grace's rebellious attitude.

The genuine story unfolds as we gradually find the truth about the past of the Suliven household-- an awful past of Ruth's spouse's stunning demise, which Ruth thinks was produced by a curse. In the middle of all these, the relationship in between Diana and Ruth heightens, as Ruth thinks Diana's existence has brought more damage than great.

Performances and Awards
"Shy People" is particularly noteworthy for the nuanced efficiency of its cast. Barbara Hershey takes the show with her effective representation of Ruth Suliven, which won her the Best Actress Award at the 1987 Cannes Film Festival. Jill Clayburgh and Martha Plimpton likewise provide trustworthy efficiencies, contributing to the film's total appeal.

Conclusion
The movie's title, "Shy People", might be misleading. It discreetly probes into the lives of people carrying unpleasant tricks, scared to interact, and avoiding facing their inner satanic forces. Through its mesmerizing cinematography, recording the stark contrast in between the concrete city and the thick mystic swamps, it showcases the social contrasts and the human worry of challenging the fact. By the end, both families, after significant psychological turmoil, get new viewpoints on their lives, making "Shy People" a memorable journey into the human mind.

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