Fresh
[Mr. Sono] gives the film a harrowing cacophony and a sense of trauma with sound effects, including subtle echoes.
Miriam Bale, New York Times
Himizu
All hopes ruined by his parents.
2012 · 2h 10m · N/A
Crime, Drama, Thriller
Directed by
Sion Sono
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Himizu
Overview
Two 14-year-olds from troubled, abusive homes come together sharing misery and pain. In the aftermath of an earthquake, the classmates learn how to survive while relying on one another for emotional and physical support.
Director and cast
Critics on Rotten Tomatoes
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Tomatometer
Fresh
Refreshing yet thoroughly unpleasant ...
Pete Vonder Haar, Village Voice
Fresh
Occasionally heavy-handed in the delivery of its ideas, but also a refreshingly sensitive character study.
Michael Nordine, L.A. Weekly
Fresh
Much of the film's impact stems from a pair of remarkable lead performances.
Tom Huddleston, Time Out
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