The video discusses the Polish novel and movie "365 Days" by Blanka Lipińska. The story revolves around Laura Biel, who is kidnapped by a rich Italian mafioso named Don Massimo, and eventually falls in love with him. The author reflects on the romanticization of rape and Stockholm Syndrome in the story, and criticizes the author's perspective on feminism and women's rights. The author, Blanka Lipińska, claims to be a feminist but has been accused of perpetuating patriarchal stereotypes and promoting unhealthy relationships. The video also points out the similarities between the author's life and the protagonist's, and how the author's views on feminism and relationships are reflected in the story. Overall, the video argues that "365 Days" is a problematic and potentially damaging portrayal of relationships and feminism.
Here are the facts extracted from the text:
1. The speaker is discussing the movie and book "365 Days" by Blanka Lipińska.
2. The book is a romance novel that tells the story of Laura Biel, who is kidnapped by Don Massimo, a rich and handsome Italian mafioso.
3. The book is described as an original rip-off of "50 Shades of Gray".
4. The movie adaptation of "365 Days" was released on Valentine's Day.
5. The movie and book have been criticized for romanticizing rape and Stockholm Syndrome.
6. The author, Blanka Lipińska, has stated that she considers her books to be an image of Poles' sexual desires and that sex is not a taboo topic.
7. Lipińska has also stated that she is a feminist, but her views on feminism have been criticized.
8. The book's plot is based on Lipińska's own life and experiences, with some elements of literary fiction.
9. Lipińska has said that she likes being taken care of by men and enjoys traditional gender roles.
10. The movie has been criticized for its portrayal of women and its romanticization of toxic relationships.
11. The book has been compared to "50 Shades of Grey" and has been criticized for its similar themes and plot elements.
12. Lipińska's initials, BL, are similar to the main character's initials, LB.
13. Lipińska has stated that the book was inspired by her own dissatisfaction with her sex life.