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3.50*
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Alive and kicking
Movies
Tough and impenetrable drama that has flashes of true beauty hidden inside. The characters are difficult to read and they're certainly not the most sympathetic, but that's the unique strength of films like After the Fever. It's not for everyone, but if you like Japanese dramas chances are you're equipped to deal with this. Hashimoto may not have been the best option for the part, but she does her best. The cinematography is stylish, the plot and characters are challenging and the pacing is slow but deliberate. There are moments of sheer genius here, but not quite enough to make it a personal favorite. A top-notch drama though, I'm interested in watching Yamamoto's other films now. Read all