Six Singing Women
Six Singing Women

Six Singing Women

2023Movie113 minJapanese

Two men with opposite personalities, Kayashima and Uwajima, accidentally wander into a beautiful village after a car accident. When they wake up, they are imprisoned by six beautiful but strange girls who live in the village. Kayashima is at the mercy of the girls' instinctive behavior, but is gradually drawn to the pure beauty of girls, who are at one with nature. Uwajima is attracted to one attractive girl and steps into forbidden territory. The six girls were incarnations of catfish, pit vipers, owls, dormice, bees, plants, and other creatures of nature disguised as humans. What they wanted from the men...

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IMDb6.7/10
Director: Mikael HåfströmGenres: Drama, Music

Plot Summary

Six elderly women from a Norwegian nursing home decide to form a singing group to spice up their monotonous lives. They begin rehearsing for a performance, which brings unexpected joy and a sense of purpose to their later years. The film explores themes of friendship, aging, and finding happiness in the simplest of things.

Critical Reception

"Six Singing Women" received a generally positive reception, with critics praising its heartwarming story, strong performances from its ensemble cast, and its sensitive portrayal of aging. Audiences appreciated its uplifting and humorous tone.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its charming and uplifting narrative.
  • Lauded for the genuine chemistry and performances of the lead actresses.
  • Commended for its gentle humor and emotional resonance.

Google audience: While specific Google user ratings are not widely available, reviews generally highlight the film's heartwarming and feel-good nature, often citing it as a delightful and touching experience.

Fun Fact

The film is based on a real-life Norwegian nursing home choir that gained national attention.

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