Our Little Sister
Sony Pictures Classics | Release Date: July 8, 2016
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Brent_MarchantJul 15, 2016
Lovely cinematography, fine performances and ample warm fuzzy moments, unfortunately, aren't enough to save this underdeveloped effort from living up to its full potential. It's not that it's bad; it's just ultimately unsatisfying andLovely cinematography, fine performances and ample warm fuzzy moments, unfortunately, aren't enough to save this underdeveloped effort from living up to its full potential. It's not that it's bad; it's just ultimately unsatisfying and somewhat overlong. Which is unfortunate, given the talent of a director who's genuinely capable of much better.… Expand
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Aldemir_LApr 16, 2017
I came into this movie looking for good contemporary Japanese cinema. I was not disappointed. It is a Smart and Beautiful film that shows us that the best things in life are for free!
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JcondicDec 26, 2016
Koreeda has another solid film here. He is always able to observe people living regular lives and then throws a wrench in it. His films are a study of the human spirit, what it actually takes to break it and how we come out on the other side.Koreeda has another solid film here. He is always able to observe people living regular lives and then throws a wrench in it. His films are a study of the human spirit, what it actually takes to break it and how we come out on the other side. His last two films “Like Father, Like Son” and “I Wish” showcase this and so does “Our Little Sister”. At the core of all his films is heart, Love is in every frame as honestly as it could be perceived. You really want to see what will happen next in their lives. Another Solid Film by a Master.… Expand
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BITESCREENJun 21, 2017
Wie wenig wir über die japanische Kultur wirklich wissen, macht Unsere kleine Schwester einmal mehr deutlich: Hirokazu Koreedas Manga-Verfilmung hat mit Knuddelkatzen, Mech-Robotern oder exotischen Sexpraktiken nämlich nichts am Hut.Wie wenig wir über die japanische Kultur wirklich wissen, macht Unsere kleine Schwester einmal mehr deutlich: Hirokazu Koreedas Manga-Verfilmung hat mit Knuddelkatzen, Mech-Robotern oder exotischen Sexpraktiken nämlich nichts am Hut. Stattdessen erzählt die sehr unaufdringlich gefilmte Tragikomödie von drei Schwestern, die nach dem Tode des Vaters der jungen vierten Obdach gewähren. Das spontane Bündnis ändert das Leben beider Parteien vehement: Während die junge Suzu in der Großstadt ihre konservative Hülle abstreift, befreit Suzus frische Perspektive ihre vermeintlich erwachsenen Mitbewohner aus Alltagstrott und starren Denkmustern. Subtil kritisiert Koreeda dabei das oft rigorose Moral- und Wertungssystem Japans und untermauert seine Argumentation mit einem ungewöhnlich liberalen Figuren-Ensemble. Unsere kleine Schwester ist somit selbst für Asien-Kenner überraschend – wenn die über die manchmal kitschige Musik und die etwas zähe Mitte hinwegsehen können.… Expand
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DawdlingPoetNov 20, 2021
I really enjoyed this film. Its a gentle, laidback style film, which I felt had a particularly good use of music score - it wasn't too overbearing.

I enjoyed seeing the sisters interact and learning about their individual lives. There areI really enjoyed this film. Its a gentle, laidback style film, which I felt had a particularly good use of music score - it wasn't too overbearing.

I enjoyed seeing the sisters interact and learning about their individual lives. There are themes present including secrets, death and the importance of families. Its a thoughtful watch and I also enjoyed watching it in terms of seeing the Japanese surroundings. The house the film is mostly set in is quite pretty and there are some other places shown. I thought it was interesting to see how they deal with death in terms of the ceremonies shown and the like - it does definitely show an aspect of Japanese culture, although its a drama film rather than a documentary as such. It may be a little slow, plot development wise but if your like me and enjoy world cinema, esp, Asian world cinema, and learning about other cultures, or if you like dramas about family secrets and the like, then this is well worth a watch (as long as your ok with subtitles, obviously).… Expand
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pijgogoSep 18, 2020
Gushing over this sweet film. It captures the essence of sorority. The women laugh, bicker, tease, hang out, and learn together. They make themselves responsible for supporting and connecting with one another in spite of the difficulty ofGushing over this sweet film. It captures the essence of sorority. The women laugh, bicker, tease, hang out, and learn together. They make themselves responsible for supporting and connecting with one another in spite of the difficulty of their family situations. What I saw here was a beautiful and mushy reminder of what women can do for one another. “I’m so glad beauty still looks beautiful to me.”… Expand
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