Together
Together is a Singaporean Chinese drama produced in 2009. It was telecasted on Singapore's free-to-air channel, MediaCorp Channel 8. It is MediaCorp's 46th anniversary year-end blockbuster drama, and was sponsored by the Media Development Authority of Singapore. It made its debut on 30 November 2009 and ended on 18 January 2010. This drama serial consists of 36 episodes, and was screened on every weekday night at 9:00 pm. The series also utilized the writer and some cast members from The Little Nyonya, a 2008 production by MediaCorp that went on to become the highest rated Singaporean TV series in 15 years. The series title also refers to the children's folk song "The More We Get Together" and the tune is played during the interlude and in the introduction of the theme song.
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Plot Summary
A successful surgeon finds his life unraveling when his estranged father, a former gangster, is released from prison. As the son attempts to protect his own family from his father's dangerous connections, deep-seated resentments and violent tendencies resurface. The film explores themes of family loyalty, the cyclical nature of violence, and the difficulty of escaping one's past.
Critical Reception
Tomas Alfredson's "Together" (original title: "Låt den rätte komma in") was met with widespread critical acclaim for its unique blend of horror, drama, and coming-of-age elements. Reviewers lauded its atmospheric direction, strong performances, and unsettling tone, though some found its deliberate pacing challenging.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its unique and unnerving atmosphere.
- Hailed as a sophisticated and thought-provoking vampire film.
- Appreciated for its powerful performances, particularly from the young leads.
Google audience: Audiences overwhelmingly enjoyed the film, frequently highlighting its emotional depth, striking visuals, and innovative take on the vampire genre. Many viewers found the central relationship between the two main characters compelling and moving.
Awards & Accolades
Won the Audience Award at the Sundance Film Festival, Best Feature Film at the Tribeca Film Festival, and multiple Guldbagge Awards in Sweden, including Best Film.
Fun Fact
The film's director, Tomas Alfredson, initially turned down the offer to direct "Let the Right One In" because he felt the script was too similar to other vampire stories he had read, but he was eventually convinced by producer John Nordling to read it again.
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