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The first is a titillating beach scene in which the women cleverly open and close their towels, strategically maneuvering them and spinning their bodies so as never to expose their nakedness. The intricate strolling patterns and synchronized towel moves create oodles of sexy fun. Shifting into a more serious vein, Saba evokes autumn with a beautiful modern-dance passage that barely moves. Its impact lies in the images conjured by the costumes, tableaux, and sounds. We hear the wind, frogs, thunder, and crackling noises as we see tall, solid trees, brittle leaves falling away from them, and a chilly breeze blowing through. Despite its literalness, the scene is genuinely affecting and enriches the overall work, as it brings a contemplative mood to an evening of punchy, over-the-top jollity.

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