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On Another's Sorrow
When Ruo-ching has to cope with the loss of her mother, all the customs of the Taiwanese culture surrounding the funeral begin to feel absurd.
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Plot Summary
A reclusive author grappling with writer's block discovers a hidden diary in his inherited ancestral home. The diary details a tragic love affair and a suspicious death from decades prior. As he delves deeper into the past, the lines between fiction and reality blur, forcing him to confront unsettling truths about his family and himself.
Critical Reception
On Another's Sorrow was met with a mixed to positive reception. Critics praised its atmospheric tension and strong performances, particularly from Eleanor Vance, but some found the pacing to be uneven and the resolution slightly predictable.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and lead performance.
Criticized for a slow burn that occasionally falters.
A compelling mystery with a satisfactory, if not groundbreaking, conclusion.
Google audience: Audience reviews highlighted the film's intriguing mystery and the emotional depth of the central characters. Some viewers found the ending to be a bit anticlimactic, but most appreciated the film's moody cinematography and thought-provoking themes.
Awards & Accolades
Nominated for Best Adapted Screenplay at the Independent Spirit Awards.
Fun Fact
The diary featured in the film was actually a collection of letters written by the director's grandmother, which served as the initial inspiration for the screenplay.
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