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Heartbreaking

posted 5 years ago by Nostromo (212)
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A heartbreakingly beautiful film about family (as usual from Kore-eda - the master of family drama) and the tale of 2 brothers separated by 'divorce'. Lots of humour and touching moments.

The entire film is carried by the performances of the children. It is quite something how Kore-eda gets these kids to do these things on camera. Incredible. The film has magical moments and really captures the innocence and naivety of youth - but also has a pay off that shows how kids come to terms with reality. I may have shed a tear or 2 at the end. Probably a new entry in my top 50 films of all time.

[–] rudeboymurray (3241) 4 years ago

I have yet to see a bad film by Koreeda. This may be a little slight compared to some of his work but it is indeed absolutely delightful.

Most of Koreeda's films feature kids in key roles and, without exception, he draws wonderfully natural, moving performances out of them. I can't think of a contemporary director who is so consistently great with child actors.