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Soul Old Yet So Young
76 year-old Shi Wen Feng (Romeo Tan) and 64 year-old Bai Xiang Guo (Liu Ling Ling/He Ying Ying) wandered into and got lost in the jungle. They met while trying to find a way out and recognized each other immediately, they were in love when Wen Feng was a teacher and Xiang Guo a student, but each went their separate way and started their own family. They found and drank water from a river in the jungle and woke up to their 25-year old selves. They decide to make the most of it and also make amends in their lives. But will they be able to change their destiny? Incidentally, Xiang Guo returns to her 64 year-old self, but Wen Feng retains his youthful 25 year-old self. Can Wen Feng accepts Xiang Guo or will their love ends with half the spell broken?
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Plot Summary
A young man grapples with his identity and relationships as he navigates adulthood. The film explores themes of love, loss, and self-discovery through intimate character portrayals and a non-linear narrative. It delves into the complexities of human connection and the search for meaning in a modern world.
Critical Reception
Soul Old Yet So Young garnered mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising Dolan's distinct visual style and emotional depth. However, some found the narrative convoluted and the pacing uneven. Audiences were divided, with some resonating deeply with the film's introspective nature and others feeling disconnected from its abstract storytelling.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its artistic direction and emotional resonance.
Criticized for its complex and sometimes inaccessible narrative structure.
The performances are generally lauded for their subtlety and depth.
Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film's artistic ambition and the emotional performances, finding it thought-provoking. Some reviewers felt the plot was hard to follow and lacked a clear resolution.
Awards & Accolades
Nominated for the Palme d'Or at the 2021 Cannes Film Festival.
Fun Fact
The film was shot entirely on location in Quebec, Canada, with Dolan aiming for an authentic and evocative depiction of his home province.
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