As many of my friends know, I don't like contemporary romantic movies (Jo and Joy!). Not that I have anything against love, it's just that most modern movies paint a portrait of love that is unrealistic and unattainable.So under the trusted guidance of a fellow film lover, I checked out Lovers of the Arctic Circle, a Spanish film from director Julio Medem (Sex and Lucia), about two childhood lovers that are brought together by a series of fortunate coincidences. The movie keeps reiterating the message that things in life are cyclical and love, as well as opportunities, are all around us if we'd only look in the proper directions. However, since this is a romance that I like, I would like to warn you that it's not a fairy tale. These lovers,Otto and Ana, (their palindromic names play a role in the film) have trials to endure. But love, like life, isn't about the destination; It's about the journey. It also asks whether you wait for life to hand you your chances or should you seek them out for yourself. See if you can determine the answer by watching one of the first scenes of the movie.
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