'Everytime' by Sandra Wollner: The blues of a budget hotel

Sandra Wollner's film "Everytime" masterfully conjures a sense of unease from the fabric of the everyday, presenting a world where even the sun appears as a gentle, glowing cube over the sea.

The film features Birgit Minichmayr as a mother who drifts through the narrative as if born in flip-flops and a logo shirt, her hair in evident need of conditioning. Her attempts at communication with her daughter are sparse, often limited to simple, drawn-out sounds like "Mh... mh."

Despite the character's limited expressiveness, Minichmayr's performance is captivating. She possesses a rare talent for conveying both a certain gruffness and deep sensitivity within a single glance. This nuanced portrayal is further grounded by the character's circumstances; as a single, working mother, she lacks the financial means or closet space for extravagant fashion choices.

"Everytime" delves into the quiet struggles and emotional undercurrents of its characters, particularly Melli, who lives alone with her mother following the sudden death of her older sister. The film uses its understated approach to explore the complexities of grief and daily existence.

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Mh ...mh.