2017
2017

Movie spotlight

2017

2022
Movie
113 min
Slovenian

Follow the Slovenian National Basketball team win a gold medal at Eurobasket 2017 with behind-the-scenes footage, interviews, and legacy they left for the entire nation.

Insights

IMDb7.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes84%
Metacritic71/100
Google Users91%
Director: Kore-eda HirokazuGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

An infant is abandoned in a "baby box," a specially designed box where parents can leave their newborns anonymously. However, when two unrelated brokers find the baby, they take him, intending to sell him to a wealthy couple. Unexpectedly, the mother who left the baby returns, deciding to travel with the brokers and the child in a journey that uncovers hidden truths and forms an unconventional family.

Critical Reception

Broker received widespread critical acclaim for its compelling narrative, strong performances, and profound exploration of themes like family, morality, and societal issues. It was particularly lauded for its empathetic portrayal of complex characters and its ability to blend poignant drama with moments of dark humor.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its sensitive direction and nuanced storytelling.

  • Lauded for exceptional performances, particularly from Song Kang-ho.

  • Appreciated for its complex moral questions and emotional depth.

Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the film's touching story about found family and its thought-provoking exploration of ethical dilemmas. Many viewers were moved by the characters' journeys and the film's hopeful, yet realistic, conclusion.

Awards & Accolades

Screened at the Cannes Film Festival where Song Kang-ho won Best Actor.

Fun Fact

The film marked the first time director Kore-eda Hirokazu worked with a South Korean cast and crew.

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