Flawed
Synopsis
A young boy with big ears tells a plastic surgeon he likes them, prompting a reflection on beauty and self-acceptance in a long-distance relationship.
Synopsis
Halifax serves as the backdrop for a summer romance between an artist and a plastic surgeon. After their brief encounter, they begin exchanging handmade postcards to bridge the distance between Toronto and Halifax. The surgeon shares details of his reconstructive work, including a child's ear surgery that raises questions for the artist about beauty standards. As they reveal personal secrets, the artist learns to embrace her own flaws. Their relationship evolves, culminating in a shared understanding of self-acceptance.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- See how postcards symbolize a growing relationship.
- Meet a plastic surgeon who challenges beauty standards.
- Find out how childhood insecurities shape adult perceptions.
Did You Know
- The narrator initially met the surgeon while on vacation in Halifax.
- The surgeon performed a surgery on a child with ears that stuck out too far.
- The narrator sent postcards to the surgeon to maintain their long-distance relationship.
- The surgeon advised a young boy that he liked his ears, despite the mother's concerns.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What profession did the main character's romantic interest have?
He was a plastic surgeon.
What did the main character suggest to maintain their long-distance relationship?
She suggested sending handmade postcards back and forth.
What did the plastic surgeon do when a boy came in wanting his ears pinned back?
He asked the boy what he thought of his ears, and when the boy said he liked them, he sent them away without performing the surgery.
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