"Memoir of a Snail" is a clay animation film shot in Australia. Its style is darker compared to animations from the United States and Japan, with character designs that are not glamorous but have distinct personalities.
The film is not suitable for minors, featuring many non-mainstream scenes from life, such as bullying and striptease. Although it mainly tells some tragic experiences of life, such as the early death of parents, separation from loved ones, and abuse, the female protagonist becomes trapped in self-protection, carrying a heavy shell like a snail, unable to move forward smoothly. The solution presented in the film is a friend she meets, Pinky, who, despite encountering many unfortunate events, does not remain stuck in the past but bravely faces life, actively moving forward to live a different and wonderful life.
The film's ending is relatively positive, as the protagonist, influenced by her friend, breaks free from the impact of her past, no longer hoarding items or being obsessed with the past, and pursues the life she desires. In real life, many people find it difficult to escape from painful past experiences, becoming a burden for life.
The version released domestically has edited out some content related to homosexuality and nudity, which affects the viewing experience to some extent. For films released in mainland China, it is recommended to check the editing situation in advance to decide whether to go to the cinema.