: Her history with the Black Panthers and subsequent imprisonment left her with a deep-seated distrust of authority and a "regret-choked" past.
According to film critics , the movie functions as a "trauma drama" where the slow pace mimics the actual process of psychological recovery. The two women act as mirrors for one another; by witnessing each other’s survival, they begin to see a "new vision of themselves" beyond their roles as victims. Their relationship is defined by a "repel/attract" dynamic that keeps them anchored when they are both on the verge of drifting away. Conclusion
: Her grief is compounded by the belief that she "pushed" her daughter too hard, leading to the fatal horse-riding accident. Healing Through Unlikely Mirrors