Monster (2023) (original) (raw)
A mother demands answers from teacher when her son begins acting strangely.
A mother demands answers from teacher when her son begins acting strangely. (less)
Director: Hirokazu Kore-eda
Writer: Y�ji Sakamoto
Starring: Sakura And�, Eita Nagayama, Mitsuki Takahata, Shid� Nakamura, Y�ko Tanaka, Soya Kurokawa
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Review by Brian Orndorf, December 12, 2023
8 / 10
A director of unique sensitivity, Hirokazu Kore-eda (�Broker,� �Shoplifters,� �After the Storm�) returns with �Monster,� which sustains his seemingly bottomless curiosity about the human experience. This time, the helmer and screenwriter Yuji Sakamoto examine layers of conduct and secrets involved in an accusation of assault involving a student and his teacher. It�s a film of many perspectives and ideas, with �Monster� looking to challenge viewer expectations as judgments are formed and eventually rethought, while deep fears are analyzed in full. It�s a slow-burn effort from Kore-eda, who�s ca ...read more...
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