Hereafter
Warner Bros. Pictures | Release Date: October 15, 2010
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ShiiraOct 27, 2010
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Good George Lonegan; he has a good will, integrity and compassion, someone who is probably too honest to be a psychic. In a field, or rather, a pseudo-profession, loaded with charlatans and quacks eager to bilk their clients with fallacious readings, George is the rare exception; he's for real, as his website advertises, this forklift operator, this weirdo with the gift, can genuinely speak to the dead: not in tongues, not as another person, and not with the usual theatrics and accouterments one would associate with readings. The most fascinating aspect about George, and "Hereafter", is that we're not necessarily dealing with a Christian, or the Judeo-Christian concept of heaven. Look all you want, high and low, in the foggy landscape of the souls that the near-dead(Marie Lelay, a French reporter who survives a tsunami, played by Cecile de France), and the instrument for the dead(our hero) have seen, or have access to, because God, "our" God, so to speak, the western model, is not necessarily in the diegetical details. The third protagonist, the emotionally dead(Marcus, a young English lad who is left behind with a drug-addled mother after his identical twin gets hit by a car, played by Frankie McLaren), in this filmmaker's beautifully executed triptych of incidental stories, attends a Christian funeral that is quickly replaced by a Hindu one, as a way to democratize the world religions, both east and west. George might be an agnostic, or perhaps, polytheistic. He makes no claim on knowing where all those souls he divines ultimately ascend towards. For spiritual nourishment, he turns to Charles Dickens, not the bible, or any other religious text. Enigmatic and stony, the moviegoer knows one thing for sure, the man is tired. While the hunting in the hereafter was good, George quit, when being a creep finally took its toll. Played by Matt Damon, who achieved stardom back in 1997 portraying the same sort of damaged person in hiding, the blue collar savant of Gus Van Sant's "Good Will Hunting"(the janitor at MIT with a prodigious knack for mathematics and getting angry), differs from the wicked smaht maintenance worker in this key respect; he attitudinizes among the riffraff as a way of being alone, rather than to be part of a community(working-class Boston), a tribe. Both characters have best friends(in George's case, an older brother), nagging consciences at their disposal, the people knowledgeable enough to be horrified, by what they perceive to be as their buddy/brother's gross underachieving at dead end jobs. In "Good Will Hunting", Chuckie(Affleck) tells Will, "It'd be an insult if you're still here in twenty years," whereas Billy(Jay Mohr) reassures good George Lonegan that the chaos which surrounded their first go-around at the family business has been eliminated from the revamped organizational model. But math isn't a curse. George lives alone, eats alone, and sleeps alone, because unlike most psychics, the scam artists who tell people what they WANT to hear, the Victorian literature buff tells people what they NEED to hear. Against his better judgement, George relents and grants the woman he brings home from a non-credit course in Italian cuisine, Melanie(Bryce Dallas Howard), from Pittsburgh, a reading, and in the process, destroys, what he thinks, is his best and last chance for love. Partly out of anger, a momentary flare-up(shades of Will Hunting, perhaps), since Victoria prodded George to perform with such insistence, but mostly out of his inborn humaneness, the reluctant psychic transmits an apology from Melanie's father, who had apparently molested his daughter as a child. The fatalism of George's situation is unbearable; he's compelled to tell the truth, but the truth, as well all know, hurts, and as the words tumble out of his mouth, good George Lonegan knows the consequences from prior experiences in dealing with intimacy this potent. In all likelihood, she'll never talk to him again, but it's more important to him that the woman attains peace of mind...someday. And sure enough, Melanie is a no-show at the next class. Looking for answers, George ventures out on a literature-based pilgrimage to the U.K., where he visits a church of sorts, Charles Dickens' house, and with further extrapolation, a secularized miracle occurs, the reader of his audio-books, Derek Jacobi(read: priest), just happens to be making a public appearance at the London Book Fair. That's where the instrument for the dead converges with the near-dead and the emotionally dead, in which the trio of depressed strangers teach each other how to be alive again. It's not the holy ghost, but the ghost of Charles Dickens who looks over these sad, lonely people, and that's the subversive genius of "Hereafter". George Lonegan knows that life doesn't end after death, but he believes in "Little Dorrit" more than Jesus Christ.… Expand
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NevermoreJonesOct 16, 2010
To be fair, this is a lousy movie, but its more interesting as a subconscious message from Clint Eastwood stating that when you hit 80 years old, suddenly accepting things like psychics and spirits provide a psychological comfort. SometimesTo be fair, this is a lousy movie, but its more interesting as a subconscious message from Clint Eastwood stating that when you hit 80 years old, suddenly accepting things like psychics and spirits provide a psychological comfort. Sometimes watching the personal issues of a filmmaker translate onto the screen is an delightful experience that makes good art. This is just not one of those times. Sorry Clint, this is a sour and ironic note to go out on if its you final film.… Expand
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AaronMOct 30, 2010
This is a solid film. This is the type of film that is missing in Hollywood, where directors direct to tell a story with solid characters and strong themes. So great job Warner Bros and Clint Eastwood. This is also a great movie for peopleThis is a solid film. This is the type of film that is missing in Hollywood, where directors direct to tell a story with solid characters and strong themes. So great job Warner Bros and Clint Eastwood. This is also a great movie for people who like interlocking stories and kudos to the film for its bravery in using subtitles, and use of locations other than the United States. Matt Damon did a fine job and I don't think this would have been as strong or as intriguing of a movie without him. I hope to see more of these types of films come out of Hollywood.… Expand
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lilkillpappyOct 6, 2011
A solid and subtle movie about people and their beliefs. Very well crafted, with good acting, artfully done cinematics, a good script, and an emotionally driven story. I normally don't like Clint Eastwood films, because they lack subtlety andA solid and subtle movie about people and their beliefs. Very well crafted, with good acting, artfully done cinematics, a good script, and an emotionally driven story. I normally don't like Clint Eastwood films, because they lack subtlety and the acting is usually horrible, but this film along with Million Dollar baby are changing the way I feel about his films. Would have given it a 10, but the way everything comes together at the end felt forced and unrealistic to me.… Expand
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albert111Oct 22, 2010
Anyone wanting to find out or curious about the Hereafter; DON'T WASTE YOU TIME!
WHY ABOUT 30% OF THE FILM WAS IN SUBTITLES IS BEYOND ME. ESPECIALLY WHEN THE FRENCH CHARACTER'S SPOKE ENGLISH. All this story is about is a 10 year old boyAnyone wanting to find out or curious about the Hereafter; DON'T WASTE YOU TIME!
WHY ABOUT 30% OF THE FILM WAS IN SUBTITLES IS BEYOND ME. ESPECIALLY WHEN THE FRENCH CHARACTER'S SPOKE ENGLISH. All this story is about is a 10 year old boy who's brother die's and a Frenchwriter.
HMMM...MAYBE THERE'S A PART 2 COMING? NOT.… Expand
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GeorgeOct 23, 2010
Well thought out, with excellent character developement. It comes together beautifully and points out that we have purpose in life , that life's events happen for a reason, sans coincidence
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DukeNov 2, 2010
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KivaJun 11, 2013
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The movie was sad,moving and mysterious at the same time. Really liked the three stories of the tsunami, the dead brother and the magician. It was unexpected as a movie as I thought it would be a bad movie. Well it wasn't… Expand
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movieboyFeb 26, 2011
As befitting his age Clint Eastwood is not concerned about rapid pacing in trying to tell a story. Obviously having pondered what greets us after death he employs Matt Damon as a reluctant psychic to delve into this mystery, while casting aAs befitting his age Clint Eastwood is not concerned about rapid pacing in trying to tell a story. Obviously having pondered what greets us after death he employs Matt Damon as a reluctant psychic to delve into this mystery, while casting a French actress in one of the leading roles as a famous TV broadcaster who is thrust in to a world she had not dreamt of before. Excellent acting all around. But there's no huge drama to sink into, and a rather languid pace and a challenging subject for skeptics which probably results in turning a lot of people off and generating negative reviews. All in all another work of art from a great director.… Expand
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MovieJayDec 15, 2010
At 80, Eastwood has made perhaps his most internal and thoughtful film yet. The movie is a meditation on the questions and the mysteries about death and the afterlife. Introspection is not really something we're accustomed to doing much ofAt 80, Eastwood has made perhaps his most internal and thoughtful film yet. The movie is a meditation on the questions and the mysteries about death and the afterlife. Introspection is not really something we're accustomed to doing much of anymore, as our culture tends to reward idiocy and silliness more than anything else, so it's understandable to me why some audiences would find this to be depressing or lousy, but really it's not. It's a very moving film for viewers who appreciate something a little more intelligent than usual. One of the year's best.… Expand
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TVJerryOct 25, 2010
The tsunami that launches this film is simply riveting. It promises a masterful film experience that slowly falls apart and ends in a confusing, disappointing ending. The plots revolve around two people who have close experience with deathThe tsunami that launches this film is simply riveting. It promises a masterful film experience that slowly falls apart and ends in a confusing, disappointing ending. The plots revolve around two people who have close experience with death and a reluctant psychic (Matt Damon). Their intensely personal struggles are absorbingâ… Expand
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brewcrewprideOct 26, 2010
Eastwood has established his film directing style solely on high tension, character progressing dramas that either brings up a question which involves the right of moral obligation or gives a conventional meaning that looks deeper into theEastwood has established his film directing style solely on high tension, character progressing dramas that either brings up a question which involves the right of moral obligation or gives a conventional meaning that looks deeper into the human soul. In basically almost all of his films it continues on the exploration of human behavior which we can never fully answer, but can come closer to a better understanding of it. Eastwood hasnâ… Expand
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JackScribeOct 22, 2010
I have seldom been so moved by a film. Eastwood efficiently takes the right amount of time to tell the story and fully explore the characters.What a marvelous ensemble cast! I will definitely see it again.
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buchananOct 23, 2010
As usual Clint Eastwood shows he is one of the few extraordinary directors of our times. He treats subject matters that not many people are educated or intelligent enough to understand. What he shows is truth, has been proven but not acceptedAs usual Clint Eastwood shows he is one of the few extraordinary directors of our times. He treats subject matters that not many people are educated or intelligent enough to understand. What he shows is truth, has been proven but not accepted by the medical world....that's why you should go, see this movie, get educated and open minded. Mr. Eastwood is a great American director, the best.… Expand
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PetersonOct 23, 2010
Quick comment on the complaint "30%" of the film is subtitled --- it's hardly that much, and kudos to Clint Eastwood for having French people speak French in France where a portion of the story takes place.
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gchuttonOct 24, 2010
TOO SLOW for me, great cast, and a few interesting parts, but never finished anything.
The best contribution Clint Eastwood made was the music. I hope you wait for the DVD rental.
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fridaymovieOct 28, 2010
I can't figure out why this movie is getting such mediocre reviews.I loved this movie and a lot of my friends have also.It was such an interesting and unique story. My only complaint was the kid was not a good actor at all.I would recommend it.
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cinescribeOct 25, 2010
This movie may be a victim of bad marketing. The trailers gave me the impression that this was a movie discussing about what happens after we leave earth with a lot of supernatural elements, which it is not. Clint Eastwood is one of myThis movie may be a victim of bad marketing. The trailers gave me the impression that this was a movie discussing about what happens after we leave earth with a lot of supernatural elements, which it is not. Clint Eastwood is one of my favorite directors. He has the gift to tell a great story with beauty and thoughtfulness and Hereafter is no exception. The characters are well developed and interesting and enjoyed where they took me.… Expand
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hertz33Oct 29, 2010
I have to disagree with just about everyone. All the critics say that Eastwood doesn't take a position on the afterlife but everything in the movie was about the truth of an afterlife. I thought the movie was well acted, made complete senseI have to disagree with just about everyone. All the critics say that Eastwood doesn't take a position on the afterlife but everything in the movie was about the truth of an afterlife. I thought the movie was well acted, made complete sense and was very enjoyable. I'd give it a 90 out of a 100.… Expand
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billyweedsNov 10, 2010
This is Clint Eastwood's best movie since his directorial debut with "Play Misty for Me." To be fair, I have loathed many of Eastwood's movies, from "True Crime" to "Absolute Power" to "Gran Torino," but this one hits every jackpot, fromThis is Clint Eastwood's best movie since his directorial debut with "Play Misty for Me." To be fair, I have loathed many of Eastwood's movies, from "True Crime" to "Absolute Power" to "Gran Torino," but this one hits every jackpot, from great acting to great CGI effects to great and deeply moving drama to occasional offbeat humor. It's Eastwood at his absolute peak.… Expand
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the_film_guyNov 19, 2010
Clint Eastwood always does an amazing job telling stories. This film was great. It was very emotional and interesting. Matt Damon really shines in this movie, along with supporting actors George and Frankie McLaren. The special effectsClint Eastwood always does an amazing job telling stories. This film was great. It was very emotional and interesting. Matt Damon really shines in this movie, along with supporting actors George and Frankie McLaren. The special effects weren't amazing, especially when compared to other movies, yet I still felt the suspense. There were some things left unresolved in the end, but I think it was done purposely to make the audience think and create their own conclusions. Overall it was a beautifully directed film with strong themes and brilliant acting.… Expand
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bethesdabobApr 29, 2011
This is a superb movie. I didn't go see it because of the mediocre reviews, but I'm so glad I rented it as a DVD. The different characters' stories are artfully inter-woven and all the actors--especially Matt Damon and the young boy whoThis is a superb movie. I didn't go see it because of the mediocre reviews, but I'm so glad I rented it as a DVD. The different characters' stories are artfully inter-woven and all the actors--especially Matt Damon and the young boy who plays Marcus is excellent. I couldn't have enjoyed it more. Do not pass it by.… Expand
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MalasawasJan 14, 2011
I saw this move recently and... well... we all noticed that the music also the topic are ''Clint Eastwood''.... yes of course he has a great personality and very defined one to tell us that he was there. I love the way Eastwood makes usI saw this move recently and... well... we all noticed that the music also the topic are ''Clint Eastwood''.... yes of course he has a great personality and very defined one to tell us that he was there. I love the way Eastwood makes us ''feel'' what every each and single character on the film feels in the moment it being felt... is nice how to 3 perfect strangers can help each other... how the big pains in life can be in a way solved... is like a little light in the darkness... when you think you'll never get your life back again (it happens to the 3 of them in fact), when you think all you do is worthless... when you're really REALLY dissapointed with life gave to you and you deny of that... there's someone like you... waiting to feel complete... and you remember you're not alone and then everything falls into place with just a little... handshake.
Of course... almost forgot... the actors, amazing, thanks Clint for this lovely movie! No need to remind us the great director (and compositor!) you are!… Expand
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DevadasJan 14, 2011
This movie is a piece of cinematic perfection that will probably go un-appriciated by the mass audience and even the film adepts for many years. Then given time and well after Clint Eastwood has passed (20 years rings for me), people willThis movie is a piece of cinematic perfection that will probably go un-appriciated by the mass audience and even the film adepts for many years. Then given time and well after Clint Eastwood has passed (20 years rings for me), people will look back and be stunned at the sheer mastery of cinematic presentation.

For me this movie captured the essence of what cinema can capture and express as an art form. We often go to movies to be entertained and this is only what we want/expect from cinema. When something can fundementally effect us other than soley just entertaining our senses for a brief moment, this is when the medium changes from that which is something we just watch to something that connects us to something else. What that "else" is I leave to be experienced by those who are able to experience it, as it can be something almost indescribable. When it's the right time and when you are ready you'll see what I am talking about. Until then this will be just another film, forgoten and left to the past.… Expand
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CitizenCharlieMar 21, 2011
Clint Eastwood is thinking about mortality. I don't assume it's because he is 80 years old, but he found a story by Peter Morgan (The Queen, Frost/Nixon) which he really felt a connection with and decided to make it into a film. HereafterClint Eastwood is thinking about mortality. I don't assume it's because he is 80 years old, but he found a story by Peter Morgan (The Queen, Frost/Nixon) which he really felt a connection with and decided to make it into a film. Hereafter includes two real life events, the 2004 Southeast Asian tsunami and the 2005 London underground bombings, and follows three different main characters and how they are affected by events which shape their thoughts on mortality and what may come afterwards.

The three main characters are geographically separated. One is a French newscaster who was personally caught up in the tsunami. The second is a young British boy who does not know how to function or what to do after his twin brother is suddenly killed. The third is Matt Damon, the American, who has the ability to make connections with people and interact with their loved ones who are in the hereafter. He views it as a curse, not a gift.

Each character encounters different reactions as they attempt to discuss what happened to them and there are some moments concerning different nationalities and how they may respond to the idea of a hereafter. The French are very intellectual and in the film view the idea of a hereafter as a subject which serious people do not discuss and these visions of an afterlife are most likely the result of a concussion. The British, on the other hand, are shown through a montage sequence of various charlatans and fake psychics as they extort money from people looking for answers. The American, who actually has the ability, wants nothing to do with it and tries very hard to keep it hidden.

I knew beforehand it was a Clint Eastwood film, but if I did not know that, I still would have attached his name to it. The music which was so memorable from Gran Torino and Million Dollar Baby is back again and the long, contemplative shots of the characters trying to make sense of things are here as well. The two young British actors who play the twins, Frankie and George McLaren, are outstanding in their first acting roles and contribute a big emotional weight. The lighting, especially in Matt Damon's scenes in his apartment and in his hotel room, is way too dark. It is side and back lit and much too harsh.

Hereafter has some bad luck as its video release is the same week as the Japanese tsunami. There is a very realistic tsunami wave in this movie; however, it is brief and early on. To label it a 'tsunami movie' is very misleading and a discredit to what Eastwood is trying to discuss. Eastwood's previous, recent films are better than Hereafter, but this movie is still far superior than the vast majority of its competitors.… Expand
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lancekozApr 18, 2011
This is an overlooked gem. If you do not expect something that pompously tries to offer to solutions that no one honestly can, you actually will find a humbler, charming meditation on loss and fear of loneliness. It has a spare but authenticThis is an overlooked gem. If you do not expect something that pompously tries to offer to solutions that no one honestly can, you actually will find a humbler, charming meditation on loss and fear of loneliness. It has a spare but authentic look, features some wonderful scenes between very credulous characters, and offers a hopeful, instead of outright "happy," ending. As a plus, the scenes of Paris, London, and the amazing opening of a tsunami disaster are gorgeous. No doubt about it, it is a slowly evolving picture; we find out about the characters over time, not all at once, but I never was distracted or bored. The only off-key to me was the music near the end.... whose sudden easy jazz sound was nothing like the mood of the film.… Expand
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BamaFalstaffMay 28, 2011
Beautifully shot (Man, can Eastwood direct!) and a great setup/premise. I wish it had made a few braver choices, and I wasn't too thrilled with the payoff sequences.
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ojtJul 4, 2011
Solid work as always from Clint Eastwood. Hereafter is a great and heartfelt story. And very real about a topic that is as quoted in the film a topic of which is not to be discussed seriously.
I like the way the stories are woven together,Solid work as always from Clint Eastwood. Hereafter is a great and heartfelt story. And very real about a topic that is as quoted in the film a topic of which is not to be discussed seriously.
I like the way the stories are woven together, with a firm hand.
The CGI used with the tsunami-scenes are incredibly well done. Exciting as well as close to realistic.
All the actors does a great job, even the little kid playing two roles, mainly due to Eastwoods way with all the actors I presume.
Great storytelling, and much undervalued and underrated by many, this little gem.… Expand
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Spielberg00Dec 2, 2011
Bottom Line: Enjoyable, intense study of the afterlife isnâ
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avatar16Aug 23, 2011
Injustement assassiné par la critique pour ses longueurs et sa fin expédiée rapidement. Il est vrai que Clint n'est pas à son meilleur, mais le film est profond et puissant, en plusInjustement assassiné par la critique pour ses longueurs et sa fin expédiée rapidement. Il est vrai que Clint n'est pas à son meilleur, mais le film est profond et puissant, en plus d'être magistralement interprété. Un Clint mineur, mais un Clint quand même!… Expand
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balicaliSep 17, 2011
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A thoughtful intelligent film which never really takes a stand on a question we cannot possibly know for certain. The ambiguity is totally appropriate and well presented. Even though there seemed to be nothing going on here as you'd expect to find in a typical Hollywood plot-driven movie, I was quite enthralled, and found myself thinking about it for a few days afterward.… Expand
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heartpeterJan 7, 2012
A future cult classic in my humble opinion. Looking at the most important life subject of the importance of "being true to you", and "following the heart" to find love and success in this life, and in such an all encompassing way, thatA future cult classic in my humble opinion. Looking at the most important life subject of the importance of "being true to you", and "following the heart" to find love and success in this life, and in such an all encompassing way, that touches with true genorosity of spirit on the oneness of us all. Thank you Clint for a work of love and beauty.… Expand
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SpangleMay 31, 2016
I really liked Hereafter. Powerful, poignant, and at times, profound, Hereafter is a moving look at death and how it touches each and every one of us, as well as dealing with grief. Featuring strong acting performances from all involved and aI really liked Hereafter. Powerful, poignant, and at times, profound, Hereafter is a moving look at death and how it touches each and every one of us, as well as dealing with grief. Featuring strong acting performances from all involved and a well-executed and compelling premise, Hereafter really touched me in a special way that many films do not. It does have it faults and takes a bit to kick into gear in regards to one of its characters, as well as a few moments that left you scratching your head, so it most certainly is a flawed film. That said, however, it never slacks in terms of pace and really hit me. Overall, I can see why Hereafter is criticized by some, but I am more in line with Roger Ebert on this one. A moving, stirring, and thoroughly engaging film, Hereafter shows that Clint Eastwood's still got it.… Expand
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ThegodfathersonDec 14, 2013
While Hereafter is not the sci-fi drama that some moviegoers might have been led to believe it is, the film is a terrific character drama that directly addresses one of humanity’s most enduring mysteries.
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ItsMuchMoreFeb 4, 2015
Communicating with the dead? It’s what alot of people say they can do, and more wish they were telling the truth.

Hereafter is a film that tells three stories that all relate to communicating with the dead, and tell a parallel story withCommunicating with the dead? It’s what alot of people say they can do, and more wish they were telling the truth.

Hereafter is a film that tells three stories that all relate to communicating with the dead, and tell a parallel story with one another. We have a American based past Clairvoyant now factory worker, a French television journalist who had a near death experience, and British twins touched by tragedy. All of main the scenes that lead to the events that intertwine this story are both shocking, and inadvertently brought to life but how realistic they look.

Directed by Clint Eastwood, Hereafter doesn't seem to build on the premises of the story of life after death, and i don't think it ever wanted to force feed answers, but more make you raise you own questions, The stories seem believable, and will keep you interested from start to finish.

Hereafter is worth a watch for someone who is looking to get away from ‘Life’ for a little bit.
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lukechristianscFeb 17, 2015
Critics are calling this film very slow pace film, actually it's not true. Eastwood is one of my favorite film makers his films are marvelously done with great direction, so Matt Damon stars as a sidekick he is the best part of this film heCritics are calling this film very slow pace film, actually it's not true. Eastwood is one of my favorite film makers his films are marvelously done with great direction, so Matt Damon stars as a sidekick he is the best part of this film he plays his fascinating character so good. Peter Morgan's script is fantastic and he's creates the story so powerful and brutal. My Grade: A it's a wild and fantastic journey between who are touched by death in different ways. Morgan makes three wonderful stories in Here after… Expand
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MarkTakayamaJul 29, 2020
This is one of the great films directed by Clint Eastwood.I thought about my hereafter. I am from Japan. But everyone in the world is interested in the world after death. The story has three persons. Matt Damon plays an unhappy blue colorThis is one of the great films directed by Clint Eastwood.I thought about my hereafter. I am from Japan. But everyone in the world is interested in the world after death. The story has three persons. Matt Damon plays an unhappy blue color worker who can speak to dead people. I like Cecil de France who plays French journalist, although I don't understand French at all.I also liked a child actor in London. The story is going with three characters.I was extremely interested in the ending.I went to Google in order to check the 2004 Indian ocean tsunami and the 2005 London subway attack which changed the three character's lives. If you are interested in a life after death, you need to watch this film.… Expand
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shiftworkerNov 30, 2016
supernatural drama. French woman has near-death experience which changes her life. A grieving boy seeks comfort. Matt Damon tries to escape his past as a medium. The strands all meet.
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DawdlingPoetNov 22, 2021
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is quite an emotional watch at times, although its not your average out and out 'weepy'. It follows numerous people, from a French lady to a young boy in London, who have issues to do with death following recent events. Its quite thought provoking and I found it very intriguing seeing things from the different characters perspectives and I certainly found myself feeling sorry for most of them, for different reasons (I won't elaborate so as not to provide spoilers).

I suppose, to some extent, the main themes (death, or mortality, aside) it covers include loss, disappointment and curiosity of/about the unknown. I admit the whole subject area of death is something that intrigues me - I've wondered about what may, or may not, happen after you die since I was young, so this films plot appealed to me as soon as I came across it and it didn't disappoint me as the theme is sensitively handled. I was particularly interested in George (Matt Damons character), his perspective on things. I would definitely recommend this film if it sounds of interest to you, yes. Also, just to add, some of the film is subtitled, due to one of the stories focussing on a lady in France, so if you don't understand French then the subtitles may or may not be an issue but it didn't bother me too much, as I watch a fair bit of world cinema anyway.… Expand
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