films seen
1
average score
3.00*
nationality
status
Alive and kicking
Movies
A decent but somewhat complacent Japanese drama. Copying Koreeda seems to be the easiest way to score points on the international scene for a Japanese director, but that's easier said than done. Ogawa delivers a solid drama, but keeps things a little too safe and predictable. Performances are solid and there are a few standout moments (namely the ones on the beach). The styling is a bit too pedestrian though and while the relationship between the two girls is delicate, it all felt a bit too familiar. Ogawa shows promise, but The Goldfish fails to stand out from its (many) peers. Read all