I like this movie and it's funny to watch, good acting and well developed characters. But when the movie ends, you feel that some things are not resolved. It ends and that's all.
388 Reviews
Good movie, but the end feels empty
seba-ortiz-lira31 March 2021
Delightful
christophermerritt-3636730 March 2021
Minari brings us into the lives of a Korean family living in Arkansas. They live a simple life, but are faced with all the challenges that come with trying to live a simple life. The screenplay and performance of the cast fill this movie with emotion. But it's hardly ever anything grand or amazing. The film reminds us of the importance of our family, hard work, and faith. All this with a great score make it a delightful viewing.
Lee Isaac Chung is someone to watch
mrjoshuahankins31 March 2020
Most films that score high on my personal rating system include a moment where I'm compelled to pay attention. A moment where I say, "I'm in, let's go". One of the first scenes in Minari is of Jacob telling his young son that a man needs to find his place in the world where he can be useful. This is said as they watch the ashes of young roosters rising from an incinerator at a chicken farm. "I'm in."
Minari told a story I hadn't heard before. This is likely because it was written and directed by Lee Isaac Chung, whose own life was loosely portrayed in David- the young boy who watched the chickens burn with his dad. It's a story about a young Korean family who moves to Arkansas to start over. After a bumpy start, Grandma moves in. I won't say anything more about the plot, as not to spoil its uniqueness. More than most films about the American immigrant experience, this story is not just about the resilience of the immigrant, but the resilience of family. This is shown through its titular image, the Korean herb minari, an herb that is distinctly Korean and is able to thrive wherever it is planted.
It's an immigrant story through and through. I was excited to see that the film was done mostly in Korean, with only maybe 25% in English, further challenging western audiences to explore non-English films. The score, composed by Emile Mosseri (the same guy who composed the heartbreaking score for The Last Black Man in San Fransisco) captured this same theme with skill. The score was incredibly stylized, featuring an unmistakably western and eastern blend of musicality that I had never heard before. The music in Minari was a feature in itself, adding its own feeling to the story that could not be expressed in a screenplay alone. The screenplay, by the way, was a masterpiece that worked seamlessly with the score.
Perhaps my favorite part of the film was that I had no idea where it was going, and that's a good thing. I was able to pick up on key themes of the story, but not once did I find myself waiting for the next checkpoint of a cookie cutter narrative. Nor did I feel lost at any point. Rather, Chung had early on in the film earned my trust as a story teller.
Of all of the performances in the film, the standout was Yuh-Jung Youn who played Soonja the Grandmother. This is certainly the kind of performance I would anticipate being nominated for an Oscar. Hopefully we won't see another snub like we saw with Shuzhen Zhao last year in The Farewell. What made her performance so memorable was that most of her screen time was opposite seven-year-old Alan Kim. Kim was another of the brightest spots in the film. When the movie opened on Kim in the back seat of the car, the audience response was immediate affection. Kim was a natural. Stephen Yeun and Yeri Han also gave outstanding performances, making this one of the strongest cast ensembles I've seen in a very long time.
I hope Minari goes on to receive the critical attention it deserves, after winning the two biggest awards at Sundance. I'll be campaigning for it all the way up to award season next year.
Minari told a story I hadn't heard before. This is likely because it was written and directed by Lee Isaac Chung, whose own life was loosely portrayed in David- the young boy who watched the chickens burn with his dad. It's a story about a young Korean family who moves to Arkansas to start over. After a bumpy start, Grandma moves in. I won't say anything more about the plot, as not to spoil its uniqueness. More than most films about the American immigrant experience, this story is not just about the resilience of the immigrant, but the resilience of family. This is shown through its titular image, the Korean herb minari, an herb that is distinctly Korean and is able to thrive wherever it is planted.
It's an immigrant story through and through. I was excited to see that the film was done mostly in Korean, with only maybe 25% in English, further challenging western audiences to explore non-English films. The score, composed by Emile Mosseri (the same guy who composed the heartbreaking score for The Last Black Man in San Fransisco) captured this same theme with skill. The score was incredibly stylized, featuring an unmistakably western and eastern blend of musicality that I had never heard before. The music in Minari was a feature in itself, adding its own feeling to the story that could not be expressed in a screenplay alone. The screenplay, by the way, was a masterpiece that worked seamlessly with the score.
Perhaps my favorite part of the film was that I had no idea where it was going, and that's a good thing. I was able to pick up on key themes of the story, but not once did I find myself waiting for the next checkpoint of a cookie cutter narrative. Nor did I feel lost at any point. Rather, Chung had early on in the film earned my trust as a story teller.
Of all of the performances in the film, the standout was Yuh-Jung Youn who played Soonja the Grandmother. This is certainly the kind of performance I would anticipate being nominated for an Oscar. Hopefully we won't see another snub like we saw with Shuzhen Zhao last year in The Farewell. What made her performance so memorable was that most of her screen time was opposite seven-year-old Alan Kim. Kim was another of the brightest spots in the film. When the movie opened on Kim in the back seat of the car, the audience response was immediate affection. Kim was a natural. Stephen Yeun and Yeri Han also gave outstanding performances, making this one of the strongest cast ensembles I've seen in a very long time.
I hope Minari goes on to receive the critical attention it deserves, after winning the two biggest awards at Sundance. I'll be campaigning for it all the way up to award season next year.
Beautiful
carlos37andre25 March 2021
Well, I won't write a bunch, the movie is pretty good. It has a really really slow pace, so that might be a problem to some. The story takes its time, and over all, it's a movie were the cinematography stands out, the image on screen is always impactful in some way.
The acting is great, all of the cast really, even the kids, I think did an awesome job, and they are just immersed in the characters. The story is touching, and you can relate to most of the characters. The grandma and the kid's relationship are probably the one that evolves the most throughout. The kid actually is the heart and soul of the movie, and he manages to emote a lot, even without speaking much.
There isn't much else to say I think, I believe the story has some rhymes withing itself, for sure, that I probably haven't realized because I only saw the movie once.
To sum up, the movie is good, the acting is great, and the cinematography is gorgeous, it just feels a lot longer than it actually is.
7,5/10
The acting is great, all of the cast really, even the kids, I think did an awesome job, and they are just immersed in the characters. The story is touching, and you can relate to most of the characters. The grandma and the kid's relationship are probably the one that evolves the most throughout. The kid actually is the heart and soul of the movie, and he manages to emote a lot, even without speaking much.
There isn't much else to say I think, I believe the story has some rhymes withing itself, for sure, that I probably haven't realized because I only saw the movie once.
To sum up, the movie is good, the acting is great, and the cinematography is gorgeous, it just feels a lot longer than it actually is.
7,5/10
Family time
kosmasp17 July 2021
Korean dramas generally revolve around families. And this one is no different. Even if it plays in America - the majority of the movie is in Korean. You do get quite a bit of english in this too. If you are or know of people who migrated to the country you live in, you will be familiar (no pun intended) with the fact that especially the kids will mix their native language with the language/land they live in.
So while the movie does not make a big deal out of it, this and many other things are just there. Subtle and really well woven into the story. The ground work - you could call it that. Overall the family drama works well and it seems like someone knows what a family like this had to go through. A lot of drama, a lot of pain ... and a lot of obstacles to overcome ... but the roots remain ...
So while the movie does not make a big deal out of it, this and many other things are just there. Subtle and really well woven into the story. The ground work - you could call it that. Overall the family drama works well and it seems like someone knows what a family like this had to go through. A lot of drama, a lot of pain ... and a lot of obstacles to overcome ... but the roots remain ...
Good Effort, Average Movie
filmfan4623 March 2021
A Korean family of 4 moving to rural Arkansas to fulfil the wish of the stubborn father to becoming a farmer during the 80's.
The film is beautifully made with good acting from most of the actors, young and old.
I suppose there's only so much autobiographical story to tell about the farmer father and the struggling mother so the large portion of the film focuses on the two children and their visiting maternal grandmother.
A well executed two hour family movie but failed to leave much impression to this viewer.
Very Nice!
boratsgdiyev31 December 2020
Slice of life movie from A24. Very Nice!
Although Korean Immigrant family story, it is universal.
Even in 1980s a small farmer have to struggle make ends meet and no rewards after so much labor. There is a reference in movie of how old owner of farm blew his brains out. Too real in 3rd world countries like India where on average 20000 farmer do same every year
Grandma should be nominated for Oscar. Very Nice.
Although Korean Immigrant family story, it is universal.
Even in 1980s a small farmer have to struggle make ends meet and no rewards after so much labor. There is a reference in movie of how old owner of farm blew his brains out. Too real in 3rd world countries like India where on average 20000 farmer do same every year
Grandma should be nominated for Oscar. Very Nice.
Great film filled with emotions
ndewild1 February 2020
This will be a film talked about for a long time. The story is very powerful portrayed by fantastic acting. I could tell this story was written from the heart and was made with lots of passion. It was very easy to connect with many of the characters.
No major negatives, which means everybody needs to see this film.
No major negatives, which means everybody needs to see this film.
Not Critically Acclaimed for Me
brendan_eager14 February 2021
This movie was a general let down.
It wasn't bad by any means, but it certainly wasn't a great movie. I found it to drag on and on.
The acting was fine but there just wasn't much of a story. Very slow progression to really result in not much at all throughout the movie.
At the end, like, sure something happened but it just felt cheap and unrelated to the character progression we had seen. I am not with the other reviewers who have rated it 9 or 10, but I'm not going to try to claim this movie was a 1, 2 or 3. In summary it's a very average film that I just didn't find interesting. Probably wouldn't recommend it.
At the end, like, sure something happened but it just felt cheap and unrelated to the character progression we had seen. I am not with the other reviewers who have rated it 9 or 10, but I'm not going to try to claim this movie was a 1, 2 or 3. In summary it's a very average film that I just didn't find interesting. Probably wouldn't recommend it.
This is the American dream
helio_lamego4 April 2021
Many stories about the "American dream" are constructed around families from different social backgrounds in big urban areas, so it's very refreshing to see the hard work and the will to survive from a Korean family in the middle of rural America.
Funny, beautiful, impactful, "Minari" is a great story about a man's determination of creating the best possible life in a very difficult time. And the score is *chef's kiss*
Funny, beautiful, impactful, "Minari" is a great story about a man's determination of creating the best possible life in a very difficult time. And the score is *chef's kiss*
Give the Oscar to Youn Yuh-jung!
annebutnothathaway5 January 2021
Minari is such a heartwarming story. The cast is great, especially Youn Yuh-jung who steals every scene she's in. The cool, funny and smart grandmother I've always wanted to have.
I hope her performance would be recognized by the Academy because she is brilliant!
Poignant, sad, touching
sophiebudge10 November 2023
I can't see how people rated this film badly. The acting was superb, and the cinematography creative and subtle, with touches of a beautiful score.
I felt incredibly moved by the plot even though I can't fully empathise with the immigrant story - I really felt the pull to achieve what might better the lives of our family and risks we feel we have to take in the name of progress. I recognised a lot of themes, and also really identified the works of John Steinbeck and his themes of naturalism, uncertainty for the future, economic injustice, migration in search of dreams and hopes, and the overwhelming power of nature.
People complained not a lot happened, but it wasn't that sort of film. It was a poem, a reflection of experiences. People find it hard not to be blown away by drama and action now. Enjoy this lyrical gem and the experience of the lives of others.
I felt incredibly moved by the plot even though I can't fully empathise with the immigrant story - I really felt the pull to achieve what might better the lives of our family and risks we feel we have to take in the name of progress. I recognised a lot of themes, and also really identified the works of John Steinbeck and his themes of naturalism, uncertainty for the future, economic injustice, migration in search of dreams and hopes, and the overwhelming power of nature.
People complained not a lot happened, but it wasn't that sort of film. It was a poem, a reflection of experiences. People find it hard not to be blown away by drama and action now. Enjoy this lyrical gem and the experience of the lives of others.
I am Korean and this movie is overrated.
taz10041 March 2021
I guess Korean and Asian movie is a thing now thanks to Bong Joon-Ho and Parasite. This movie isn't anywhere close to the level of Parasite. Just saying this so people would have lower expectation.
The plot itself is something all immigrant can relate. But the actual execution of the movie... I don't know who it's being presented to. American audience would have very little they can relate and it's subtitled. Koreans would find that the acting other than Youn Yeo-Jung are not convincing enough. In fact, Steven Yeon's accent is distinctively 2nd generation Korean. His English is too good and Korean is too bad to be 1st gen Korean. He should've studied and trained harder. And then the director can't tell the difference either as he is also 2nd generation Korean.
Will Patton however was excellent. He needs to teach Steven Yeun on how to prepare for a character.
And there's difference between open ended movie and movies that just leaves you hanging. This is the latter.
The movie had potential to be much better. But in the end, falls short of what it could've been.
The plot itself is something all immigrant can relate. But the actual execution of the movie... I don't know who it's being presented to. American audience would have very little they can relate and it's subtitled. Koreans would find that the acting other than Youn Yeo-Jung are not convincing enough. In fact, Steven Yeon's accent is distinctively 2nd generation Korean. His English is too good and Korean is too bad to be 1st gen Korean. He should've studied and trained harder. And then the director can't tell the difference either as he is also 2nd generation Korean.
Will Patton however was excellent. He needs to teach Steven Yeun on how to prepare for a character.
And there's difference between open ended movie and movies that just leaves you hanging. This is the latter.
The movie had potential to be much better. But in the end, falls short of what it could've been.
Korean-American immigration drama is personal, touching and heartfelt
bastille-852-73154714 October 2020
This new film from A24 centers around a Korean family that immigrates to Arkansas in the 1980s to start a farm and have a new life. As can be expected from A24, it's excellent. The film largely centers around the immediate family (including their young son) and their grandmother trying to adapt to the cultural changes of both a Western and an agricultural lifestyle. Lee Isaac Chung's direction is very strong, using elegant and lush cinematography of the American heartland and a potent yet calming score.
Chung's characters are likable yet complex and multi-dimensional, attempting to adapt to drastic changes in their life while still using humor and compassion. The grandmother character is especially a standout and may remind viewers of the grandmother in "The Farewell." The screenplay is very well-written, combining raw emotion with a lot of humor and heart. Even simple moments, such as going for walks outside, are paired with didactic yet endearing dialogue that establishes clear relationships and trust between the major characters. You really feel affection and great empathy for these characters in a way that genuinely transcends cultural lines. The screenplay's primary emphasis on the characters and their day-to-day lives rather than a view of the American Dream as a whole makes the story seem remarkably personal and slightly idiosyncratic, in the best way possible. Yet the film still serves as a powerful commentary on how immigrants are impacted by cultural perceptions of American life. One can tell that this was a very personal film for Chung, but it would also be relatable among many different audience groups. Its cultural universality will impact views around the world and endear them to the characters. Its inherent warmth creates genuine emotional power as well. The film could have used some slightly stronger coherence between the events that proceed over the course of the story, but is otherwise extremely well-made. As a poignant yet original tribute to the immigrant experience that can simultaneously charm and inform viewers, I undoubtedly and highly recommend this film. 9/10
Chung's characters are likable yet complex and multi-dimensional, attempting to adapt to drastic changes in their life while still using humor and compassion. The grandmother character is especially a standout and may remind viewers of the grandmother in "The Farewell." The screenplay is very well-written, combining raw emotion with a lot of humor and heart. Even simple moments, such as going for walks outside, are paired with didactic yet endearing dialogue that establishes clear relationships and trust between the major characters. You really feel affection and great empathy for these characters in a way that genuinely transcends cultural lines. The screenplay's primary emphasis on the characters and their day-to-day lives rather than a view of the American Dream as a whole makes the story seem remarkably personal and slightly idiosyncratic, in the best way possible. Yet the film still serves as a powerful commentary on how immigrants are impacted by cultural perceptions of American life. One can tell that this was a very personal film for Chung, but it would also be relatable among many different audience groups. Its cultural universality will impact views around the world and endear them to the characters. Its inherent warmth creates genuine emotional power as well. The film could have used some slightly stronger coherence between the events that proceed over the course of the story, but is otherwise extremely well-made. As a poignant yet original tribute to the immigrant experience that can simultaneously charm and inform viewers, I undoubtedly and highly recommend this film. 9/10
Was Hoping for More
evanston_dad12 July 2021
Have to admit I was hoping for more from this acclaimed and Oscar-winning film.
It's like the Academy had the chance to recognize an Asian-driven film in last year's "The Farewell," botched it, and then decided that it would lavish praise on whatever the next Asian-driven movie was, no matter whether or not it deserved it. And it's not like "Minari" is lacking in merits. It's just that it feels formulaic in a way "The Farewell" didn't, and it doesn't feel as urgent as that other movie.
The movie is largely autobiographical, so the director and screenwriter, Lee Isaac Chung, was mostly sticking to what he knows first hand. Fine with me. But that means a film set decades ago that lacks substantial dramatic conflict. It positions itself early on as a film about the immigrant experience and what it feels like to be a stranger in a strange land. But the Korean family at the film's center is pretty much accepted by the rural Arkansas community they choose as their adopted home and the main conflict transitions into a domestic drama revolving around a wife who gets frustrated at her husband's dogged pursuit of a dream that leaves the family scrounging. True to life events, maybe, but less interesting. Throw in the young child who's pampered and needs to learn that he's tougher than he thinks he is and the irascible grandma who teaches him that lesson, and you've got something it feels like we've seen many times before.
The grandmother is played by Yuh Jung Youn, who won a Best Supporting Actress Oscar for her performance. The film also scored nominations for Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor (Steven Yeun as the dreamer), Best Original Screenplay, and Best Original Score.
"Minari" is a solidly enough crafted film, but I found myself to be -- and I usually hate using this word -- a little bit bored by it.
Grade: B+
It's like the Academy had the chance to recognize an Asian-driven film in last year's "The Farewell," botched it, and then decided that it would lavish praise on whatever the next Asian-driven movie was, no matter whether or not it deserved it. And it's not like "Minari" is lacking in merits. It's just that it feels formulaic in a way "The Farewell" didn't, and it doesn't feel as urgent as that other movie.
The movie is largely autobiographical, so the director and screenwriter, Lee Isaac Chung, was mostly sticking to what he knows first hand. Fine with me. But that means a film set decades ago that lacks substantial dramatic conflict. It positions itself early on as a film about the immigrant experience and what it feels like to be a stranger in a strange land. But the Korean family at the film's center is pretty much accepted by the rural Arkansas community they choose as their adopted home and the main conflict transitions into a domestic drama revolving around a wife who gets frustrated at her husband's dogged pursuit of a dream that leaves the family scrounging. True to life events, maybe, but less interesting. Throw in the young child who's pampered and needs to learn that he's tougher than he thinks he is and the irascible grandma who teaches him that lesson, and you've got something it feels like we've seen many times before.
The grandmother is played by Yuh Jung Youn, who won a Best Supporting Actress Oscar for her performance. The film also scored nominations for Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor (Steven Yeun as the dreamer), Best Original Screenplay, and Best Original Score.
"Minari" is a solidly enough crafted film, but I found myself to be -- and I usually hate using this word -- a little bit bored by it.
Grade: B+
Beautiful and Poignant
SleepingMorpheus9 January 2021
This movie once again proves that A24 is the most consistent studio in making great movies in Hollywood.
Minari shows all ranges of emotion and one of the few films where kids act like kids, have a family that feels authentic, especially the grandma, superbly played by Youn Yuh-jung. It further depicts how the western way of living affects people who are not born in it. It's easily one of the best movies from 2020.
Good acting but boring script
louis101129 January 2021
I'd say that I had relatively good expectations for this film. It was a let down.
The main reason is because the film was just so boring. I think this is probably because it didn't make me really care for many of the characters in the film.
However, I at least cared about Steven Yuen's character's ambitions, which is something I can't say about the other characters.
I'd say that the acting was good but not Oscar worthy and the directing was nothing to special. But the boring script is the main reason I didn't enjoy this film like I thought I would've.
Encouraging and engaging
zsammy-1167512 October 2020
Minari offers an encouraging and engaging view of the immigrant experience while also recognising the hardships that go alongside. Chung's naunced portrait of Family figuring out their place in the world is both small snd somehow rather grand, after it continues to win over the remaining crowds here, it'll soon be winning you over as Well.
Powerful
PedroPires903 January 2021
It's not my favourite movie of the year, but I wouldn't be sad if this wins BP. Unlike another big favourite (Nomadland), here I can see tension, I can see a story, I can see a direction and not just beautiful images. Unlike another favourite (Mank), here I can see passion, I can feel the warm, I can feel emotions. It's a very powerful story, a touching drama, that makes you think about choices, about family, about work, about life.
It doesn't deserve 9/10 because in comparison to (for example) Parasite, I never had that sensation of WOW that I had several times watching that masterpiece. There are several movies in Asia (especially South Korea and Japan) who did it as well or better than Minari in the last years, but, as an American film, I must recognise that this is one of the best dramas in the last years. I would prefer a different ending, it felt a bit like "is it over?", but it's acceptable.
Amazing performance by Youn Yuh-jung (please give her that supporting actress Oscar) and very good job by Steven Yeun (but I still think he was even better in Burning), Yeri Han and Will Patton. The kids did also an excellent job. Good score and good cinematography also.
It doesn't deserve 9/10 because in comparison to (for example) Parasite, I never had that sensation of WOW that I had several times watching that masterpiece. There are several movies in Asia (especially South Korea and Japan) who did it as well or better than Minari in the last years, but, as an American film, I must recognise that this is one of the best dramas in the last years. I would prefer a different ending, it felt a bit like "is it over?", but it's acceptable.
Amazing performance by Youn Yuh-jung (please give her that supporting actress Oscar) and very good job by Steven Yeun (but I still think he was even better in Burning), Yeri Han and Will Patton. The kids did also an excellent job. Good score and good cinematography also.
Excellent family drama of being together with faith and love while dealing with struggles of good and bad.
blanbrn6 July 2021
"Minari" is one heartfelt touching family drama of love and wisdom as a viewer sees how being together grows a family strong no matter what kind of cards are dealt their way. Set in the early 80's a Korean American family has moved from the hustle and hassle world of California to the rural south to an Arkansas farm for a chance at the American dream, as new roots of goals and life have been planted. Jacob(the good Steven Yeun) and Monica(Yeri Han) want to break from their 9 to 5 life of working at a chicken factory so Jacob invest in the earth and land and equipment to start planting seeds to grow harvest so he can become a fine farmer. Their two small kids David(Alan S. Kim who's so cute) and Anne(Noel Cho) have to adjust to a new school and life that involves church too. And things do twist and spin even more when their stubborn and go against the grain rule breaking grandmother Soonja(Yuh-Jung-Youn) arrives. Grandma is loving and caring though and she brings a little seed of magic and hope to the Arkansas farm! Challenges and ups and downs are common still thru it all this picture shows that at home if a family has love, togetherness, with hard work and determination they will last no matter what happens. Overall wonderful film that one will love watching as they see a strong masterful family.
Beautiful
nikolarastocic24 January 2021
The most American film of the year
asdfqaz1234 February 2021
It's unfortunate Golden Globes had to categorize this film as "foreign". In my opinion, this is the most American film of the year. Where else can you find an immigrant family leaving their homeland behind, starting from nothing, try to build a farm, learning how to assimilate with the locals while still loving their own culture? Without such a family, we'd not have the strong multicultural society that defines us today.
I like this film for the fact that it focuses on hope and resolution rather than struggles and despairs. This is what the real life is all about. Unfortunate things do happen but most of the times good things will happen to people who put their heart and soul into their work. It's the journey that defines a person, not the end result and I think this movie has captured the essence well.
I like this film for the fact that it focuses on hope and resolution rather than struggles and despairs. This is what the real life is all about. Unfortunate things do happen but most of the times good things will happen to people who put their heart and soul into their work. It's the journey that defines a person, not the end result and I think this movie has captured the essence well.
my favorite oscar nominee film
rominaguaychacabrera23 April 2021
Last year Parasite won Best picture and it was fair, it was great, but my heart´s favorite was Jojo Rabbit.
This year is the same, tho i don´t know which film will get he oscar home i know it won´t be Minari.
It´s a warm movie with little problems that end up being vey important, you create a little connection with each one of the characters.
I totally recommend it to everyone.
This year is the same, tho i don´t know which film will get he oscar home i know it won´t be Minari.
It´s a warm movie with little problems that end up being vey important, you create a little connection with each one of the characters.
I totally recommend it to everyone.
Missing an ending
w-bogdan9 January 2021
A slow watch, but worth it if you know that going in
ascott-881825 September 2023
As others have pointed out, the pacing is intentionally slow, and the movie does feel longer than it actually is.
Still, if you know that going in and are prepared to just listen to the story, it's a very rewarding watch. A breath of fresh air to have a small, powerful story when so many films are trying to go bigger but without any real power behind them.
The acting was incredible, shots of the farm and the mobile home are done with a lot of care, and the quasi-catharsis is something to savor. I say 'quasi' because I'm still not sure how I feel about the ending -- I suspect I'll be thinking about it for a long time, and that's the sign of a well made movie.
Give it a chance - make sure you're not sleepy going in, be prepared for it to drag at times, and stick with it. I think you'll be glad you did.
Still, if you know that going in and are prepared to just listen to the story, it's a very rewarding watch. A breath of fresh air to have a small, powerful story when so many films are trying to go bigger but without any real power behind them.
The acting was incredible, shots of the farm and the mobile home are done with a lot of care, and the quasi-catharsis is something to savor. I say 'quasi' because I'm still not sure how I feel about the ending -- I suspect I'll be thinking about it for a long time, and that's the sign of a well made movie.
Give it a chance - make sure you're not sleepy going in, be prepared for it to drag at times, and stick with it. I think you'll be glad you did.
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