Ron’s Review

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Barely heard a peep about this gorgeous little indie film. Absolutely stunning cinematography. The location shooting and the shot composition was a feast for the eyes.

A beautiful but sad story about connection, love, and purpose. I couldn’t take my eyes off the screen. It’s a simple story about simple people, yet you can’t look away.

There’s a twist half way through that felt like such a gut-punch. I’m glad a film can make me care so much about characters that I was sad for them. Ended up being weirdly life-affirming despite the tragedies in the story.

Joel Edgerton does a solid job. I never remember him but he shows up and puts in a quiet, heart-rending performance. Prepare for so many tears.

I can’t get over how beautiful this film looked. Visually one of the best films I’ve seen in a while. Can we please go back to shooting films like this?

I loved this. I’m so glad I watched this even though I knew nothing about it.

Mon’s Review

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I am stunned. This was such a beautiful film. The cinematography was gorgeous, but the composition of every frame—it really was like each frame was a painting.

The story itself was as beautiful and poetic as the visuals. I haven’t read the novella, but that didn't diminish the film’s storytelling. The narrative of the main character living life through great struggle and change felt universal.

The film was equal parts emotional and peaceful. The repetitive work interspersed with the curious peculiarities of life was outstanding to watch.

The film was easy to get lost in, but more importantly, very easy to get swept up by. You feel the shock and horror of the injustices of the time (and the reflections on the injustices of every era), as well as the personal story of love, loss, and getting by. This is a character study, a tale of a life lived, if not well, at least it was lived.

I can’t believe there isn’t more buzz around something this cinematic, and something so personal. I’m so glad I watched this film.