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JLuis_001Dec 17, 2021

A profound film, but one that will really be too far away for impatient viewers.

This dense 3-hour film is based on a short story by the famous Japanese writer Haruki Murakami, and is directed by Ryûsuke Hamaguchi, who this year alsoA profound film, but one that will really be too far away for impatient viewers.

This dense 3-hour film is based on a short story by the famous Japanese writer Haruki Murakami, and is directed by Ryûsuke Hamaguchi, who this year also delivered one of my favorite films of the year.
I'm talking about Wheel of Fortune and Fantasy.

The fact that the same director delivers two works that will be in my top 10 of the same year seems exceptional to me, but Drive My Car is also an excellent film that deserves the entire recognition.

Drive My Car is a film loaded with symbolism, and in my interpretation represents looking forward, even with the costs that this represents, and the baggage of the past.

The characters are explored in terms of the experiences that build them at the precise moments in which the story unfolds, especially as it relates to a series of events early in the narrative involving the main male character that are crucial to understanding his persona, but not to accepting where he is headed. I found this to be exceptional.

Drive My Car is a thoughtful, emotional and wise drama.
Its conclusion lends itself to various interpretations, but the most important thing for me is that it doesn't beat around the bush about a simple subject that is actually quite practical and of course, we all experience it.
I'm talking about life's lessons, and the memories and constant pain that we tend to run away from.
Because many times we are perfectly aware of it, but we do nothing to repair it, and this film understands perfectly well that it is by coming out and exposing ourselves, that will eventually bring about healing.… Expand

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gwtgrtrghrthDec 12, 2021

i had doubts but i was wrong. This is amazing. Glad to watch the whole 3 hours of it. Money well spent.

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moviemitch96Jan 7, 2022

Wow... I'm at a loss for words on this one, so I'll do my best. In this independent Japanese film, a stage actor and director, reeling from the sudden loss of his wife and the secrets she kept from him, finds himself in the presence and careWow... I'm at a loss for words on this one, so I'll do my best. In this independent Japanese film, a stage actor and director, reeling from the sudden loss of his wife and the secrets she kept from him, finds himself in the presence and care of a young woman who becomes his personal chauffeur as he prepares to direct a production of Chekov's 'Uncle Vanya'. Through their time spent with each other, they both begin to establish a true bond and connection with one another, and over time gradually open up to one another about their past, their regrets, and trying to simply move on in life however they can. Adapted from a short story, I had high hopes for this film prior to walking in. My only reservation was its 3-hr runtime, not that I don't enjoy long or epic films, but if they're gonna be that long, it's a runtime that better earn every last second, and man did this film earn all of it and then some! Never in my life has 3 hours flown by so seamlessly! I truly felt like I was in a trance for the majority of this film! The characters and story told here completely drew me in, had me invested, and even brought a tear to to my eye in the third act. The film has one of the most profound and genuine statements on suffering from loss and grief in life that I've ever seen! It highlights the importance of coping and moving on however we can with whomever we can, as well as the importance of living life and pushing forward even in the face of grief and despair. Fantastic performances are delivered all around, and if this wasn't an international film, I'm sure the academy would feel more inclined to get this film more love, especially in the acting department, cause Hidetoshi Nishijima and Toko Miura both deserve Oscars for their work here in my book! Furthermore, the story and dialogue are so insightful, carefully thought-out, touching, and well-written. From a screenplay perspective, it's truly one of the most thought-provoking and heartfelt ones I've seen or heard in years. By the time the credits rolled, I just sat in the theater processing everything I had just witnessed with this life-changing film. So overall, if you're not deterred by subtitles or a 3-hr runtime, and you wish to open your heart to one of the most heartbreakingly beautiful stories to come around in Cinema in a long time, then please do yourself the favor of seeing this masterpiece of a film! Not only my favorite film of the Year hands down, but also a very likely early contender for one of my favorites of this still-early decade!… Expand

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toddandersonDec 12, 2021

I can't stop but praising this movie. 3 hours that is more worth it than 90 minutes of today's biggest blockbusters.

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Treasure188Dec 12, 2021

An astounding experience I had while watching this film. The director and actors are brilliant.

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coconDec 24, 2021

If you love Chekhov, this is a very beautiful and delicate tribute to his world and the creative process behind the staging of a play. All the actors are impeccable, the script fascinating.

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bertobellamyApr 10, 2022

'Drive My Car' is a masterpiece about pain and artistic creation. Director Ryūsuke Hamaguchi delivers an astounding and very profound tale that explores human relationships and grief, and their connection with art, making you rethink what you'Drive My Car' is a masterpiece about pain and artistic creation. Director Ryūsuke Hamaguchi delivers an astounding and very profound tale that explores human relationships and grief, and their connection with art, making you rethink what you know about love and closure.

Don't let the three-hour runtime frighten you; a plethora of subplots, powerful performances, and a healing story at its core make 'Drive My Car' a very engaging view. You get lost in the conversations, in the many car rides, and in the meta aspects of a flawless movie that transcends any language, culture, or age.

Just want to end by thanking Hamaguchi for giving me one of the most enlightening cinema experiences of my life.… Expand

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LuissDtApr 2, 2022

Drive my car is very slow but if you hold on to it honey it will be a beautiful and sentimental car ride.

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ryan_chenJan 6, 2022

Best movie of the year. It makes you care about each individual character and their back stories.

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Bradh6886Jan 16, 2022

DRIVE MY CAR is a cathartic, thought-provoking drama on the human experience that expertly breaks down the process of grief. The pacing never waivers during its 3 hour runtime. An outstanding lead performance and elaborate screenplay makeDRIVE MY CAR is a cathartic, thought-provoking drama on the human experience that expertly breaks down the process of grief. The pacing never waivers during its 3 hour runtime. An outstanding lead performance and elaborate screenplay make this a year-best film.… Expand

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matthewmirlianiDec 19, 2021

Near-perfect, lovely film. While it runs long, the acting and writing are phenomenal, the themes and symbolism throughout are brilliant. There’s a sadness but also a quiet joy that hangs over the entire film.

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TAPRMar 17, 2022

Cinematograficamente PERFEITO! Direção, roteiro, atuações, fotografia... Esse filme atinge maestria de cinema em tudo. Historia incrível de reflexão, superação, autoconhecimento, culpa e perdão. Devidamente premiado mundialmente e não é hype.Cinematograficamente PERFEITO! Direção, roteiro, atuações, fotografia... Esse filme atinge maestria de cinema em tudo. Historia incrível de reflexão, superação, autoconhecimento, culpa e perdão. Devidamente premiado mundialmente e não é hype. 3h usadas com propriedade.… Expand

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TrailesqueJan 19, 2022

This is a sober, realistic, intelligent film, and as such it probably will not connect with a mass audience, but the intelligentsia loves it (top film of the year from both NY and LA Film Critics, best screenplay at Cannes). It is anThis is a sober, realistic, intelligent film, and as such it probably will not connect with a mass audience, but the intelligentsia loves it (top film of the year from both NY and LA Film Critics, best screenplay at Cannes). It is an examination of love, loss, communication, and the value of art, as seen through the life of a serious actor/director. The performances are very low key, and there is hardly any music or visual pyrotechnics. Unlike most films, in this one much of the serious action takes place in the past, and what happens onscreen is the characters coming to terms - or not - with the difficult realities of their lives.… Expand

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davemelbourne58Feb 19, 2022

Deep. Profound. Much better than expected. All too human characters, with our many frailities. It's a movie about longing, confronting the past, and acceptence. It challenged me to think about my life and the regrets I've had that I've notDeep. Profound. Much better than expected. All too human characters, with our many frailities. It's a movie about longing, confronting the past, and acceptence. It challenged me to think about my life and the regrets I've had that I've not been able to let go. Ultimatly it's a movie about forgiveness.… Expand

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mohammadmh121Feb 22, 2022

A book that we understand every page that we love not to lose someone, whether it is a bad person or a person who even betrays and we did not bring it on ourselves, after all, we did not lose the person we love. In the end, we realize that weA book that we understand every page that we love not to lose someone, whether it is a bad person or a person who even betrays and we did not bring it on ourselves, after all, we did not lose the person we love. In the end, we realize that we have to live, and this is like snow that melts after a while and returns to the water cycle and flows again. farewell… Expand

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MargiVSep 10, 2022

Plane, pale, dry, boring, too long

It didn't hooked me, the story didn't add up, so many gaps, he didn't even confronted the guy after two years. I didn't get what the movie wanted to tell us. Leave karma do her job? Maybe. As for thePlane, pale, dry, boring, too long

It didn't hooked me, the story didn't add up, so many gaps, he didn't even confronted the guy after two years. I didn't get what the movie wanted to tell us. Leave karma do her job? Maybe. As for the nominations, imo not deserved, none of them.… Expand

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AJ_13Mar 18, 2022

To begin with I wanna remark how real and human the story felt to me, with extremely detailed (probably missed many of them) characters.
My biggest issue with it was that even knowing that I was watching a 3 hour slow-burn drama, I would beTo begin with I wanna remark how real and human the story felt to me, with extremely detailed (probably missed many of them) characters.
My biggest issue with it was that even knowing that I was watching a 3 hour slow-burn drama, I would be lying if I said it didn't bore me in various occasions.
Although, the protagonists' finale catharsis was so rewarding. By the moment my rating is a 7, despite feeling that I should rewatch it now that I've seen the entire movie.
Finally, all performance were splendid to me and I can't comprehend how they haven't gotten more nominations.… Expand

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royalguy07Mar 12, 2022

A long introspective journey about grief and life that is woven beautifully with metaphors and meaning. I can't explain what they all mean but the film resonated with me. Don't let life pass you by, got to keep on living.

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RekiazJul 15, 2022

Es muy pesada y larga de ver; sin embargo las tomas son increíbles, le debes prestar mucha atención a la historia para comprender la obra y todo lo que transcurre, el final si es medio malo y se torna aburrida en muchos momentos de laEs muy pesada y larga de ver; sin embargo las tomas son increíbles, le debes prestar mucha atención a la historia para comprender la obra y todo lo que transcurre, el final si es medio malo y se torna aburrida en muchos momentos de la película.
Estéticamente es preciosa, y con grandes mensajes.… Expand

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CarlElmoreNov 24, 2022

It's an incredibly slow burn but it's so worth that slow burn once you get to the end.

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