Cherry Blossoms, Again
Cherry Blossoms, Again

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Cherry Blossoms, Again

2017
Movie
99 min
Korean

This documentary is about musician Jang Beom-joon from the band Busker Busker, Superstar K second runner up and hit maker of its 1st and 2nd albums.

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IMDb6.3/10
Director: Karin IngrahamGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

A determined woman who wants to fulfill her dying husband's wish to scatter his ashes in his Bavarian homeland embarks on a road trip. She travels from the Baltic Sea to the Alps, accompanied by the ashes and her grown son. The journey forces them to confront their past and their complex relationship with the deceased.

Critical Reception

The film received a mixed to positive reception, with critics often highlighting the emotional depth and the performances of the lead actors. Some reviews noted a deliberate pacing that might not appeal to all viewers, while others praised its sensitive portrayal of grief and family dynamics.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its touching exploration of grief and unresolved family issues.

  • The performances of Ursula Werner and Michael Wittenborn were frequently lauded.

  • Some viewers found the narrative pacing to be slow at times.

Google audience: Audience reception data from Google is not readily available.

Fun Fact

The film's title, 'Cherry Blossoms, Again,' subtly refers to themes of renewal and the cyclical nature of life and death, mirroring the blossoming of cherry blossoms in spring.

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