Hymns
Hymns

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Hymns

2016
Movie
77 min
English

Three women living together during a war time crisis, defy standard gender roles to try and form a nuclear family, with mixed results.

Insights

IMDb6.1/10
Director: Tom HarperGenres: Drama, Musical

Plot Summary

The film follows a young man named Dylan who is struggling with his faith and his place in the world. He works in a funeral home and finds solace in his singing, using hymns to express his complex emotions. As he navigates relationships and his own mortality, he begins to find a sense of peace.

Critical Reception

Hymns received a mixed to positive reception, with critics generally praising its emotional depth and the performances of its lead actors. Some found its pacing to be slow at times, but the musical elements and themes of faith and grief were often highlighted as strengths.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its poignant exploration of grief and faith.

  • The musical interludes were often cited as a highlight, offering emotional catharsis.

  • Some reviews noted the film's deliberate pace, which may not appeal to all viewers.

Google audience: Audience reception for 'Hymns' is not widely documented through Google Reviews, making a specific summary of user sentiment unavailable.

Fun Fact

Saoirse Ronan, who has a supporting role in the film, also contributed to the soundtrack.

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