Another great request, John! I relate to Barry’s social awkwardness and anxiety (maybe not to the extent he suffers from it though). I had a loving but way too overbearing mother who shielded me from almost all social interactions growing up. How incredibly lucky for him that he found a partner who understood and took the first few leaps in their relationship, despite her own hesitation and awkwardness! I wanted to hug him so badly too at that party. His brother-in-law had no idea how much it took for him to even speak to him and ask for help. I did find it to be quite cheesy that his love for Lena suddenly gave him so much courage, but maybe I don’t understand the power of true love. Yet.
Raga G
2022-06-18 18:36:12 +0000 UTC
Barry has been picked on and made fun of by his seven sisters all his life which is emasculating. Sort of explains why he started off the film the way he is.