22 Member Reviews
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5
by Pauapatty
Loved this movie, made me laugh, made me cry. It was great
5
by Red Gold
This a beautiful film, and while some of the elements were a touch predictable by the end, they were still deeply satisfying.
He's playing his cello on the cover of the DVD, but that is a very... Read more
small part of the film. The acting and cinematography are excellent, although sometimes it is difficult to understand why the main character stays at a job that makes him so uncomfortable and when his friends and family seek to discourage him. A love of the Japanese world will probably help you to appreciate this film, or at least an understanding that different cultures have their own ways of doing things.
4
by JET
An amazing movie,very moving and starkly shows the difference between cultures on their attitude towards respect for the dead.
5
by qofd
This movie was everything a good movie should be. It was deeply moving, there were many tears but it was also a story of hope and there is nothing more beautiful than the sound of a cello.
5
by pixie99
A beautiful and sensitive movie. My partner and I were both very moved by it - several times to tears!
4.5
by Catflappo
Fascinating movie - oddly serene and relaxing. Interesting subject matter which is treated carefully and with great dignity, but has the occasional lighter moment too. Beautifully done all round.
4
by Cogito
Unique take on a ritual of Japanese culture not easily translatable into the western world. Must watch.
5
by bante
we enjoyed this movie. An interesting insight into how the Japanese manage the funeral process. it was sad , happy, moving. I would recommend seeing this.
5
by E&M
We enjoyed this film so much. I am at a loss for words really. I have just read all the previous reviews, and I can only say I agree with all of them. This film is a must see, and I would watch it over and over again. Just stunning!
4.5
by Josephe
This movie was not what I expected at all, it was better. I laughed and I cried, in fact we both felt very moved several times. I would thoroughly recommend this movie on so many levels, very inspiring... Read more
and a credit to the Japanese in the way they treat the deceased.