Directed By:Hirokazu Koreeda
Written By:Hirokazu Koreeda
After Life
Metascore
Universal Acclaim
91
User score
Generally Favorable
7.1
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Metascore
Universal Acclaim
91
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19 Reviews
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Afterlife is an immensely suggestive picture about the role of memory, the function of cinema and the limits of our imagination.
100
One of the most beautiful and profound films to emerge from Japan during the past decade.
100
After Life becomes a quiet, extraordinarily moving and sometimes funny meditation on the meaning and value of life. It intimates that whatever happiness we may find in life comes from within and is self-created.
89
Contemplative, though riddled with humor, After Life reveals itself gradually.
88
The memories recalled here aren't epic tales, just moments that make life worth living. Like seeing a good movie. [12 May 1999, p.44]
75
Like waves lapping quietly at a beach, After Life makes its subtle effect, as we wonder which memory we'd choose. [8 Oct 1999, p.7E]
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A lyrical, mysterious and provocative meditation on the power of memory and narrative, After Life is a fascinating speculation on life and death -- until its plot takes a turn so melodramatic that the spell is broken. [20 Aug 1999, p.3E]
User score
Generally Favorable
7.1
75% Positive
21 Ratings
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14% Mixed
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Sep 21, 2018
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Slow fary tale with too many talk without much action. Don't have patience to watch until the end. But recommend you to see "Still Walking" (2008) by the same director.
Production Company:
- Engine Film
- Sputnik Productions
- TV Man Union
Release Date:May 12, 1999
Duration:1 h 58 m
Tagline:What is the one memory you would take with you?
Awards
Buenos Aires International Festival of Independent Cinema
• 2 Wins & 2 Nominations
San Sebastián International Film Festival
• 1 Win & 2 Nominations
Torino Film Festival
• 1 Win & 2 Nominations
