Mujeres al Borde de un Ataque de Nervous

This film portrayed many relationships. In the beginning of the film, it shows one of the main characters (Ivan) walking by many women and to each of them he is making comments about relationships. Some of the comments he makes are"I'm all yours" and "Will you marry me?". I think this shows an element of what some would call a "Macho Man." He uses words he thinks women want to hear in his relationships, but doesn't seem to sincerely mean them. Pepa noticed this when she talked about finally getting him to admit he didn't love me. Although, the women also seemed quite flirtatious and interested in the relationship of the moment, not a lasting one. I think Camella portrayed this best. She was involved with the terrorists, and then interested in Ivan's son. The women seemed to feel important when flirting with a man, and it seemed something they did without thinking about it. They seemed to naturally flirt with all men. I think some of the feelings were over reacted in the film. The way everyone was having a crisis, but only their own was important. When Camella wanted to talk to Pepa about her problem and Pepa kept putting Camella's problem aside. She didn't say lets sit down and talk or even want to take the time to hear about it, Pepa said everyone has problems and then focused on her own.
I think there are many differences. Today's American women have more self value and do not think that if you have a relationship with a man you are more valued. I think they are more interested in a sincere relationship, not just a relationship.
If the context were the United States, I don't think the animals would have been in the apartment and if there were animals it would have been a cat or dog. I think the women would have been more interested in taking their anger out on Ivan, instead of things. I don't think they would have thrown the phone, but used it to find revenge.
The film plot was somewhat confusing for me. From the priest giving the advice do not trust men, to the many characters and their relationships. I found it necessary to be very attentive to try to follow how was who and how they interacted. Although, I do think relationships can be difficult at times, this movie didn't seem to have a sincere relationship in it.
I think there is a difference between Spanish America and Spanish Europe women. Although I think both portray some of the hot climate culture characteristics that we discussed in class, I think they also asorb some of the culture traits where they live. They look at other women, how they act and are treated and want this for themself.