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Faith
The fates of three German-born Muslims in Berlin collide as they struggle to find their place between faith and modern life in contemporary western society, caught at a crossroads where alluring liberated lifestyles conflict with deeply-rooted traditions.
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Plot Summary
An unemployed man desperate for money becomes involved in a dubious scheme to exploit the public's belief in miracles. He and his associates set up a fake healing ministry, promising divine intervention for a price. As their operation grows, they grapple with the morality of their deception and the potential consequences.
Critical Reception
Faith received generally positive reviews, with critics praising its exploration of faith, deception, and societal desperation. However, some found its pacing to be slow at times.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its thought-provoking themes on belief and exploitation.
Kore-eda's directorial style offers a nuanced and character-driven narrative.
Some viewers found the film's deliberate pace to be a drawback.
Google audience: Audience reception data for "Faith (2010)" on Google is not readily available.
Fun Fact
Despite its themes, the film is not a religious film but rather a commentary on the nature of belief and the exploitation of that belief.
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