(2004)

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A moment of ablution and prayer
samoil9911 July 2005
A moment of ablution and prayer. A beautiful young woman combs her hear by the fountain of youth. There is water drumming in the background. Happy voices of girls and women accompany the drumming. The young woman is oblivious of her surrounding. Her complete involvement in the moment makes her even more beautiful. She is untouchable and mysterious. One can hear the silent prayers, while the woman, the drumming, the water, and God become one in this moving picture that transcends the time and the place.

Beautifully shot in black and white, this short movie purifies your soul.
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A spiritual and symbolic black-and-white short film...
freebie_grabber9 March 2006
Bathing is a spiritual and symbolic black-and-white short film by independent filmmaker Julija Naskova. The filmmaker's use of music and sound effects adds, rather than detracts, to the viewer's overall experience. The filmmaker's message is conveyed through graceful images which are cut together skillfully. The simple act of combing one's hair is presented as an art form; something that is more form than function. The actress' long hair is portrayed here as it has been in art and literature throughout history: directly linked to her femininity and beauty. Women will most likely understand the layered meanings of this film more so than men, but all viewers will appreciate its tranquility and beauty.
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