Kokuho

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ChrisNY 1d Stunning visual sensation with the Japanese finesse See more Alexander K Jan 22 I just got back from an early preview of this film, and I cant remember the last time a movie moved me this deeply—or looked this breathtaking. Despite running nearly three hours and being entirely in Japanese with subtitles, I couldve easily stayed in my seat for several more without budging. The performances were exceptional, and the story was told with such beauty and restraint that I felt completely immersed from beginning to end. I didnt realize it was based on a novel, but now Im determined to find it and read it. Visually, the film is stunning—so much so that I caught myself holding my breath more than once, especially during the final scenes. And judging by the atmosphere in the theater, I doubt there was a single dry eye by the end, mine included. As far as Im concerned, it deserves every award it can possibly win. I truly hope it gets a wide release in the U.S., because I would absolutely travel to another city just to experience it again. See more Shan Nov 26 Kokuho is three hours long and I didn’t move once. It takes you through fifty years of a man’s life in kabuki theater, and every scene earns its place—nothing drags, nothing is wasted. The performances are stunning, the cinematography pulls you onto the stage itself, and the character work is devastatingly good. You think you understand who you’re watching, and then the film quietly reveals the cost of his greatness. Everything introduced gets resolved. I’ve never seen anything like it.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ See more Liliko Nov 23 Three hours passed quickly watching beautiful artwork. Describing the conflict as a performer. See more Kn Nov 22 Wonderful. It too long. See more Glen Nov 16 Superb in so many ways! Visually and culturally rich with strong acting and a captivating storyline. See more Read all reviews

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