psychocinema

Memories of this Scent (2024) review [OAFF 2024]

An endearing and fragrance rich tale of subjective change.

A satisfying narrative that illustrates how the subject’s ego is but a response to his complexes and struggles.

Rikako Watanabe’s narrative succeeds to echo the unvocalized ‘pandemic’ truth of many.

A prime example of a cinematic narrative that is solely made for the fans of the manga and the anime.

Honda delivers another narrative in which Otherness is feared and a deceptive imaginary sense of societal harmony is subtly celebrated.

A straightforward action-epic that delivers everything fans of the manga and the anime desire.

Kore-eda succeeds in delivering an utterly engaging narrative about the fundamental misunderstanding that underpins our fabrication of our truth.

Spectators looking for something new and fresh will find little to like about Shimizu’s latest.

Fukasaku has crafted a period piece that, due to its impeccable dramatic pacing, has to be counted among the best

“Yamamoto is not able to create a composition that engages the spectator with its highly relevant message.”

Kyiyuhara’s narrative brings the spectator in touch in the multitude of subjective effects of the ephemerality of life

A fun romp, yes, but also quite forgettable.

If one, as spectator, merely seeks a heartwarming story, Suzuki’s film is an easy recommendation.

A mildly entertaining action-comedy that ultimately fails to fully satisfy the spectator.

While many spectators will shed tears at the emotional unfolding, our tears lament Maeda’s choice to go full melodrama.