Monster

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Jonathan K Told in a triptych, this is a touching tale of two boys trying to make sense of their worlds and their feelings. The structure is clever, letting you see things unfold, then fold back in on themselves, just to unfold again like some emotional origami. It's an opportunity to re-examine your assumptions, something you usually don't get to do mid-stream like this. The young actors are very good. And the final shot is quietly moving. It’s a simple story at its core, but told through these shifting perspectives and shaped by what we bring to it as viewers, it ends up feeling way bigger. It’s slow, yes -- methodical, like it's politely asking you to slow down too -- but it will give back to you in the measure you give to it. Rated 4/5 Stars •  Rated 4 out of 5 stars 04/13/25 Full Review Helene S incredible. great storytelling, constantly shifting perspectives, leading up to a poignant reveal. highly recommend. Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 03/30/25 Full Review Kenneth D A simple movie with complex story. Unfolding answer to curiosity. Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 03/29/25 Full Review WOW B A new fave The skill required to tell such a simple story in such a grand and interesting manner is one to be admired. Each character feels very real and sympathetic, along with that the very down to earth set design. The chemistry between each actor was amazing as well; It never really felt as if even one was forced into the storyline. They each held and represented their own purpose in the narrative. The cinematography also greatly enhancing the films attributes. As much appreciation as I have for this film now, I hope to find even more for it in the future! Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/21/25 Full Review Audience Member Lately, Asian cinema has been surprising me a lot, especially low-budget films. It’s exhausting to search for something truly worthwhile among hundreds of soulless releases, where the only apparent goal of those who make them is just profit. Nothing genuine seems to emerge from most recent films. Amid this sea of generic productions, an enlightened soul tweeted about Monster (2023), and I decided to watch it. I have no regrets. The film is transcendental, breathtaking, beautiful, and deeply moving. Easily one of the best I’ve ever seen in my life. Its narrative has so many layers that I could talk about it for hours, and it still wouldn’t be enough. I feel like, even after absorbing every detail, something might have escaped me—there’s always more to discover. Monster is a rare masterpiece. As for the plot, I won’t reveal anything. I watched it without knowing a single thing about it, and I left the session completely fulfilled. To preserve your experience, just watch it. Simply watch it! Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/31/25 Full Review Audience Member Blown away... as the story unfolds there were several confusions, opening up and fitting together up in the most unexpected ways to leave me still bewondered yet asking... Rated 4.5/5 Stars •  Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 12/25/24 Full Review Read all reviews

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