Glad to hear you had the same thoughts. I ranked it as my favourite of the year as well. I loved the air of resignation throughout the film, even with the shock treatments. From the beginning's 'shock', to the middle's 'shock' to the end's less shocking but no more downbeat ending, with just a glimmer of hope. Although it has to be said, I think there were some silent edits to the single takes, but no less impressive as they unfolded.

I'm in a rush right now, would love to talk more about it when time permits.