Sisters Apart
Sisters Apart

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Sisters Apart

2008
Movie
101 min
Finnish

Taru lives with her husband and this teenage daughter Ninni. The family's life is shaken when Ninni has an accident and Ninni's biological mother and Taru's half-sister Eve show up. Soon things from the women's past will surface.

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IMDb7.1/10
Director: Bari PearlmanGenres: Documentary, Family

Plot Summary

This documentary chronicles the reunion of two sisters separated at birth and adopted by different families. The film follows their emotional journey as they meet for the first time as adults, explore their shared past, and navigate the complexities of their newfound relationship. It delves into themes of identity, belonging, and the enduring bonds of family.

Critical Reception

Sisters Apart was met with a largely positive reception, praised for its sensitive and intimate portrayal of a deeply personal reunion. Critics commended the film's emotional honesty and the compelling narrative of reconnection. Audiences found the story inspiring and moving, highlighting its exploration of nature versus nurture.

What Reviewers Say

  • A moving and deeply personal exploration of family and identity.

  • Praised for its emotional honesty and compelling reunion narrative.

  • Inspiring for its themes of belonging and reconnection.

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Fun Fact

The documentary was filmed over a period of two years to capture the evolving relationship between the sisters.

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