White Roses
White Roses

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White Roses

2014
Movie
90 min
English

A gun shot rings out in the middle of the night. A man is left murdered. How did this happen? The answers lie in the White Roses that sit on the nearby nightstand.

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IMDb6.0/10
Director: Jan MolanderGenres: Drama, Family

Plot Summary

A young girl, Emelie, experiences a challenging transition into adolescence. Her world is turned upside down when her father abruptly leaves, and her mother struggles with her own emotional turmoil. Emelie finds solace and a sense of understanding in the stories and wisdom shared by her grandmother, who introduces her to the beauty and resilience symbolized by white roses.

Critical Reception

White Roses received a generally positive reception, particularly for its sensitive portrayal of a young girl's coming-of-age amidst family difficulties. Critics often highlighted the film's emotional depth and the strong performances from its lead actors, while some noted its deliberate pacing.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its authentic depiction of adolescent struggles and familial strain.

  • Appreciated for the nuanced performances, especially by the younger cast.

  • Some found the film's pacing to be slow, though this was also seen by others as contributing to its reflective tone.

Google audience: Audience reviews for White Roses are not readily available.

Fun Fact

The film is set in Sweden and explores themes common to coming-of-age narratives within a Scandinavian context.

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