Narzissen
Narzissen

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Narzissen

2007
Movie
15 min
German

Throughout his whole life the boy – tortured by his mother’s disdain – has been struglling for love. Katharina, the girl next door, raises new hope. For her, he cultivates a garden.

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IMDb5.4/10
Director: Thomas J. GerholdGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A young man named Thomas grapples with the challenges of his past and a complex relationship with his father. Set against the backdrop of family dynamics and personal struggles, the film explores themes of love, loss, and self-discovery. Thomas navigates his emotional landscape as he seeks understanding and connection.

Critical Reception

The film received a mixed to negative reception, with many critics pointing to its slow pacing and underdeveloped plot. While some appreciated the emotional undertones, the overall sentiment was that it failed to fully engage its audience.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its introspective mood but criticized for its lack of narrative drive.

  • Performances were considered decent, but not enough to elevate the material.

  • The film's philosophical aspirations were not consistently met by its execution.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but the limited feedback suggests a divided opinion, with some finding it a thought-provoking drama and others deeming it too slow and uneventful.

Fun Fact

The film's title, 'Narzissen', translates to 'Daffodils' in English, a flower often associated with rebirth and new beginnings, possibly hinting at the protagonist's journey.

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