Plot: Xiao Wu lives together with Jung, a Korean tenant. His mother is away for business, leaving Wu in the man's care. Jung is battling suicidal thoughts, while Wu takes a more personal interest in his tenant, trying to turn him into a father figure. The two rarely talk to each other, but they spend time in each other's company.
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October 30, 2024
4:30 is a fine film, no doubt about it. But compared to Tan's first one, it's still a bit of a disappointment. 15: The Movie was a vibrant and unique drama, the type of film only a young, spirited director can make. 4:30 is a more traditional arthouse film, deliberately slow and subdued. As such, it has a harder time to set itself apart from its peers.
The performances are good, the cinematography is very stylish and the score is appropriate. The pacing was a tad too slow for me though and compared to a film like The Fourth Portrait, 4:30 lacks that touch of genius that could've made it truly special. But if you're into arthouse and you're looking for something Asian, this is an easy recommendation.
November 11, 2007
[review pending]