Reviews

This movie somehow snagged the Jury Prize and it totally has that classic Coen brothers dark humor vibe. It's basically a simple heist flick that takes a sharp, unexpected (but still believable) turn. Among all the Coen brothers films, this one’s kind of under the radar and not their best.

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The film doesn't have any over-the-top scenes or complicated filmmaking techniques. The director wasn’t trying to be subtle at all; He is just pointing straight at the corruption and the inhumanity of the country's social system. The message is simple and low-key, but clear and profound.

From the first frame of the movie, I started having goosebumps, and that feeling lasted until the very end. You can really feel the essence of Tatsuki Fujimoto's influence in it. The movie takes those key moments from the original work and elevates them through clever montage, making everything feel even more vibrant. After the movie, I told my friends that Oshiyama Kiyotaka should animate all of Tatsuki Fujimoto’s short films! Watching something so beautifully made on the big screen was the purest kind of joy!

Institution is something that you hate at first. Then you get used to it, and eventually, you can't live without it. People complain about the system every day, but no one ever thinks about leaving. It's like Murphy in the film who couldn't lift the hydrotherapy fountain and claimed that he at least tried. The saddest thing in the world is that you think you could have succeeded.

One of the most iconic couples in film history, Bonnie and Clyde have inspired so many people, from their fashion to their fearless attitude. Bonnie’s style is still copied by fashion media and influencers. I think a lot of people would rob a bank just to win Bonnie’s heart, and others would follow Clyde with his quiet charm. But it's really the two of them together that make the perfect pair, living on the edge, with no regard for tomorrow.

I can’t imagine life without films like The Man from U.N.C.L.E.. It’s totally meaningless, but somehow so romantic and ridiculously charming.

I guess Jude Law's really power-hungry, probably because the crown will probably do a pretty good job of covering up his hairline.

This season really highlights the character growth, especially for Kiara and Pope, who both stand out. Watching Kiara step up as a strong, trustworthy member of the group has been so satisfying. She's definitely grown from her more impulsive, immature self into someone calm and wise. Her love for her family and loyalty to her friends are what really help keep the team together. Plus, the growing bond between her and JJ adds a nice, warm touch to all the craziness. As for Pope, his intelligence shines through, making him a crucial part of the team’s strategy. His relationship with Cleo feels like a refreshing breeze, bringing some sweetness to the otherwise intense, adventure-packed storyline.

This movie is set in a single scene. However, it’s not shot very well because the two parents could have left early, but they keep coming back for reasons that don't make much sense. When a film sticks to one scene, the screenwriter needs to ensure that the characters' movements and dialogue make sense within the context of that space. The dialogue itself is good, but the way the characters are pulled back from the elevator for a cheap reason feels contrived. It makes you think they could have just left earlier, and the story would have worked better.

This as a musical is actually pretty good, and I got a little teary when A Whole New World played. Yep, I'm still a huge Disney fan. I mean, the whole princesses revolting one by one is just, like, pretty cool I guess.

Some parts are pretty exciting, but the pacing of the whole film feels a bit slow, and the characters don’t really stand out...

This is the gold standard for multi-plot narratives. It has been imitated but never surpassed.

This movie is definitely one of my top ten of the year. It critiques the social system in a sharp,impactful, and humorous way. However, the best part is that the director, as he grows older, shows a sense of compassion, similar to the films directed by Aki Kaurismäki.

The animation in the movie is amazing, and it feels like this style won't ever go out of style. It'll still look beautiful years from now... But for some reason, I can't help feeling like it's missing that spark that made the original so special.

What's even more heartbreaking is the fact that this story is playing out all over the world. A lot of people like to blame poverty and social problems on the so-called laziness of the lower middle class, who are working the hardest, yet still sinking deeper into troubling predicaments. Ken Loach nails this in his film by getting us to feel for the characters without being too dramatic.

Who’s really crazy and who’s sane? There’s no clear answer.

Even though it's an animated movie, the camera shots feel totally grounded in live-action movie logic, which shows Tatsuki Fujimoto played a big part in it. Now, I can't wait to see how Goodbye, Eri gets adapted into animation!

We shared a smile under the sun, and then life turned us into Swiss cheese.

A writer’s nightmare that never ends. The film mocks intellectuals who talk big, claiming to have ideals and a desire to help, but never put those thoughts into action. Then, one day, the fantasy becomes real—the beach girl from the poster walks into the scene, only to drop the harsh truth: Don't be silly. You can either wrestle with your own soul or fight against the world.