A Brother
A Brother

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A Brother

2018
Movie
82 min
French

15-year-old Tom is going to spend another calm summer with his parents and younger sister at their summer house. But by fate, another family comes to spend some time with them, with their 17-year-old son Félix. In the unforgettable summer, Félix will introduce Tom to new things...

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IMDb6.7/10
Director: Jean-Jacques AnnaudGenres: Drama, Family, Adventure

Plot Summary

In the heart of the Cambodian jungle, two young brothers, Rai and Georges, share an extraordinary bond with a young elephant they name Kaa. Their idyllic childhood is shattered when Georges is forced to leave with his father, leaving Rai behind with Kaa and their mother. Years later, Rai, now a young man, embarks on a perilous journey to reunite with his brother, facing the dangers of the jungle and the encroaching threat of illegal poachers.

Critical Reception

A Brother was generally well-received for its stunning cinematography, heartwarming story, and powerful depiction of the bond between humans and animals. While some critics found the plot to be predictable, the film's emotional resonance and visual beauty were widely praised.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its breathtaking visuals of the Cambodian landscape.

  • Commended for its touching portrayal of brotherhood and the human-animal connection.

  • Noted for a somewhat conventional narrative structure.

Google audience: Audience reception on Google is not widely available, but general sentiment often highlights the film's emotional depth and impressive natural settings.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in Cambodia, allowing for authentic depiction of the environment and the relationship with the elephants.

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