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Monster

Movie
2023
2h 5m
PG-13
Japanese
Mystery, Thriller, Drama
User Score: 
8
Critic Score: 
88
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When a young boy begins behaving strangely, shocking truths emerge as the story unfolds through the eyes of his single mother, a teacher who is believed to be responsible, and the child himself.
Monster Poster

Monster

PG-13
Movie
2023
2h 5m
Japanese
Mystery, Thriller, Drama
When a young boy begins behaving strangely, shocking truths emerge as the story unfolds through the eyes of his single mother, a teacher who is believed to be responsible, and the child himself.
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Sakura Ando
Saori Mugino
Eita Nagayama
Michitoshi Hori
Soya Kurokawa
Minato Mugino
Hinata Hiiragi
Yori Hoshikawa
Yuko Tanaka
Makiko Fushimi
Mitsuki Takahata
Hirona Suzumura
Akihiro Kakuta
Shoda Fumiaki
Shido Nakamura
Kiyotaka Hoshikawa
Ayu Kitaura
Mariko Yajima
Shiyun Nakamura
Makiko's Husband
Peey
Miss Kazuo
Kayo Noro
Satomi Hirohashi
Directed By: Hirokazu Kore-eda
Written By: Yuji Sakamoto (Screenplay)

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davaga says...
one year ago
The plot of the story is very complex and filled with mystery until the end. Not to mention that there are 3 perspectives being told so that we as viewers are confused about what is happening. The plot moves quickly, but the plot is to the point, so we are not allowed to look away from the screen for a moment. Coupled with the cinematography, it makes us feel more comfortable watching this film, and of course don't forget the neat background music. Of course, it is thanks to the collaboration of Kore-Eda, Sakamoto Yûji, and Sakamoto Ryuichi that this masterpiece was born. And also the actors who succeeded in playing their characters well. The "monster" is just a perspective.
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FPS says...
2 months ago
Amazing film, shows the importance of perspective and great music. It really is something to think about how scenes were edited in such a way that it was able to portray different stories each time. [spoiler]I don't get some scenes and the principal. What was up with her, did she really kill her grandchild? And then to save her image along with the school's, her husband had to take the fall. But this does not explain the market scene where she intentionally trips the child. Maybe my perspective is wrong and that was her way of stopping the child before she gets a worse injury than a simple knee scrap. I also don't have any idea about the rubber scene, what did it want to say, and I don't think the last part explains it too. And did the children die? Online sources say that director said they are alive, but why didn't they hear and answer the mother and teacher's call[/spoiler]
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Jordyep says...
6 months ago
There’s a few moments in here that can feel contrived or forced (especially during the segment focussing on the teacher), but this is still an amazing film. Thematically it reminded me of _The Hunt_, while structurally it’s of course more similar to _Rashomon_. Every film that’s structured like that tends to play with context and perspective, and _Monster_ is no different. It’s very much a statement about the different flaws everyone makes when making sense of the world. Emotionally it’s also quite a rollercoaster thanks to all the different plot twists, in fact this is the type of puzzle box I could even see satisfying the Nolan fanboys. It’s fast paced but remains very accessible all the way through, while still rewarding those that pay attention to the details. Technically it’s of course fantastic, this is a Kore-eda film. I like that it still carries that peaceful, meditative feel of most of his other films, though there are a few times where some of the piano motifs reminded me too much of _The Social Network_. Overall, highly recommended for its gripping storytelling, precise direction, amazing performances (especially from the younger cast) and beautiful visuals. 8.5/10
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Ehsan57 says...
7 months ago
This movie dives into how truth looks different from each person’s point of view and how we judge others based on our perceptions. There’s no real monster—just the ones we create in our minds. It’s a good watch, but it could be better if it were shorter.
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Featured User Reviews

RG9400
9/10  one year ago
I ended up watching this super late, basically a midnight showing. I was very worried that a foreign drama very late in an empty theater would put me to sleep, but no, I was fully engaged. I went in without really knowing anything about the movie other than the famous director. And I think that lead More
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drbrake
9/10  7 months ago
I wholeheartedly recommend seeing Monster if you get the chance- as with Anatomy of a Fall, if you like it as much as I did you will want to see it again to fully appreciate its intricate, looping structure. It starts appearing to be about bullying and mental illness in a pre-teen’s school in Japa More
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heyflp
9/10  2 months ago
Hirokazu Kore-eda once again proves his talent for exploring the complexity of human relationships in “Monster,” a drama that unfolds in a meticulous and emotionally engaging way. With a fragmented narrative full of twists, the film challenges the audience’s expectations by presenting multiple More
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CinemaSerf
10 months ago
I'm not usually a fan of children leading films, but hats have to come off here for a really delightful performance from the young Hinata Hiiragi as the shy and shunned "Hoshikawa". We will get to him in a minute, but first the film is delivered in three parts as a fire slowly devours a city centre More
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