Withered leaf
Withered leaf

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Withered leaf

2016
Movie
90 min
Sinhalese

A country woman who turns to be a widow and a single mother is forced to choose between life and death by poverty, gender inequality and ignorance of the society

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: James O'RourkeGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A story set in the early 20th century follows an elderly woman reflecting on her life and a lost love. As she revisits memories of her past, she confronts the choices she made and the enduring impact of a passionate but ultimately unfulfilled romance. The narrative explores themes of regret, memory, and the passage of time, set against a backdrop of historical change.

Critical Reception

Withered Leaf received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who generally praised its atmospheric quality and the performances of its lead actors, particularly Fiona Shaw. Some found the pacing slow and the narrative occasionally overwrought, but many appreciated its tender exploration of memory and regret.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its evocative atmosphere and strong lead performance.

  • Critiqued for its deliberate pacing and sometimes melancholic tone.

  • Appreciated for its poignant exploration of memory and lost love.

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Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in rural Ireland, with the filmmakers aiming to capture the natural beauty and melancholic atmosphere of the Irish landscape to reflect the protagonist's inner state.

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