In the documentary Catfish, we are shown the development of a, deceivingly, innocent friendship between a New York photographer Nev, and an aspiring 8-year-old painter Abby. Though, the conflict and issue that transpires, becomes and incorporates much more than initially expected. While we do discover the only real faces behind the entirely made-up Facebook profiles are Angela and her confused daughter Abby, the reasoning for the ruse is also explained.
During this explanation, the most vital component of this documentary is revealed. Angela explains the woes and unsatisfaction in her real-life mundane atmosphere, thus wanting to have an alternate 'reality'. This explanation shows the part of innocence and non-malicious means the Angela portrays while 'catfishing' Nev.
Personally, I do not see Angela as a bad person or cruel in any way for the actions that transpired within the documentary. It actually alarms me to see so many responses of distrust and skepticism towards Angela's actions. Say, for instance, a woman is unhappy in a marriage, and she decides to leave. If this woman was to change her appearance and surroundings in order to ensure her happiness, would individuals still be skeptical her, in the same way as the distrust of Angela?
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I don't think there was any harm in Angela's impersonation of Abby. However, when she began to pose as Megan as well, she involved both of their feelings in a relationship that could only end in harm, as there was no way the relationship could progress without them actually meeting each other.
I think the problem with Angela's circumstances, and reactions to them, is that she lied so completely. I highly value trust and would have serious problems associating with someone if I wasn't sure what they were telling me at any time was the truth. I agree that her life was not a good one and that she had a reason for doing what she did, but the ends do not always justify the means. She willingly hurt someone else for her own happiness. Not only did she pull Nev into a fruitless romance, but she also showed incredible unfaithfulness towards her husband. There are much healthier ways to deal with an unsatisfactory life.
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