Indie films offer you something different then your typically blockbuster hits. There seems to be no rules when it comes to indie films since their isn't a great amount of influence from major film studios. This primarily why this genre is my favorite. They are able to touch a distinct group of people. Indie films are more personal. Kristen stars in indie films "The Skeleton Twins" and "Welcome to Me." In each of these films she is remarkable at adding humor to serious subject matters.
In "The Skeleton Twins" her character, Maggie, attempts to keep her life together while reuniting with her twin brother after they both cheat death in the same day. Maggie's life seems perfect but secretly she is unhappy in her marriage and seeks physical attraction from other men. She is able to portray her character in a way that makes you see the real human in the character. You want to hate the character because of her actions but you still feel for her.
"Welcome to Me" is a story about a woman, Alice, with borderline personality disorder who wins the lottery and buys her own talk show. Alice decides to stop taking her psychiatric medication and aspires to be just like Oprah. Her talk show is completely about her. Since stopping her medication she faces more obstacles and has to make hard life decisions. Alice has a condition that is difficult to take lightly. Kristen is able to take the character from very dark moments and break downs to light, clever humor.
When you watch a film with Kristen you immediately assume that there will be obvious comedy. You don't expect seriousness or just wittiness from her, which this may be from her over-the-top SNL characters. She knows good writing and knows how to bring the words to life on screen. Many actors or comedians who primarily star in comedies show it be difficult to transition from comedy to drama with ease like she has. Kristen Wiig is a one of kind talent and I am excited to see what she as next!
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