Morning
Morning

Movie spotlight

Morning

2014
Movie
25 min
Hebrew

Amos is forced to delay his suicide attempt to help a neighbor. Yael is preparing for an important job interview. Tomer is late to his daughter's birthday. For all three it is stressful morning. But all their plans, get a different perspective in the absurd world of Jerusalem 2002.

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IMDb6.0/10
Director: Lulu WangGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

This experimental film follows a couple over the course of a single morning as they grapple with the aftermath of a difficult conversation and the uncertainty of their relationship's future. Through intimate and often fragmented scenes, the narrative explores themes of communication, intimacy, and the subtle shifts that occur between two people navigating a crisis.

Critical Reception

Morning received a modest but positive reception, particularly noted for its unique narrative structure and emotional depth. Critics praised its intimate portrayal of a relationship's complexities and its unconventional approach to storytelling, though some found its deliberate pacing and ambiguity challenging.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its raw emotional honesty and experimental narrative.

  • Lauded for its intimate and authentic portrayal of a couple's struggle.

  • Noted for its challenging yet rewarding exploration of relationship dynamics.

Google audience: Information on Google user ratings and specific feedback for 'Morning' is not readily available.

Fun Fact

Director Lulu Wang shot the film on an iPhone, making it one of the early narrative features to extensively utilize smartphone technology for production.

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