4 months, 3 weeks, 2 days

I don't know what to make of this film, other than the obvious feeling of discomfort that I felt while watching it. On a holistic level, I felt it was very well made and the actors succeeded in their roles. On a deeper level, it had a political message that really hit home. 

The need to keep abortions legal is unquestionable, as seen from how frightening a make-shift abortion can be when done in a hotel room. Gabita, the girl having the abortion, was the quintessential girl who needed an abortion; she was a liar, a complete idiot, and extremely selfish. Her character personified the reasons as to why abortion needs to be legal. Interestingly enough, while watching the film, I felt no pity for her. I felt more pity for her roommate that was pulled into the situation by Gabita's foolishness and sheer immaturity. 

Oh the Romanian landscape...