I get the why of movies using montages, but I agree with the author in that it can stylize/"sexify" the experience away so that susceptible viewers can think th

I get the why of movies using montages, but I agree with the author in that it can stylize/"sexify" the experience away so that susceptible viewers can think they can just dreamily get from one end to the other, when reality is much more sharp-edged/clunky than smooth most of the time. To me, progress is about consistency above all else- It's all about getting your ass to the gym on those days you REALLY don't want to, it's raining out, and all the music on your playlist is just not hitting for you that day.