Must-See Movie of the Week Scores 4.4/5 – Don’t Miss Out!

Fresh off its triumph at the recent Cannes Film Festival, Ryūsuke Hamaguchi’s “Sudden” (Drive My Car) premiered this week in U.S. cinemas. This intense drama, marking the director’s first French-language film, features Virginie Efira, Tao Okamoto, and Kodai Kurosaki. It has been warmly received by the French press, achieving an outstanding average rating of 4.4 out of 5, making it this week’s must-see movie.

What’s it About?

“Marie-Lou, the manager of a nursing home, strives to implement an innovative care philosophy centered on listening and respecting the dignity of residents, despite some staff resistance. Her encounter with Mari, a Japanese director battling cancer, profoundly alters her path. As they forge a deep friendship, the two women embark on a quest to ‘make the impossible possible.’”

What the Critics Say:

According to 20 Minutes:

“This film, both light-hearted and serious, captivates with its humanity infused with poetry.” By Caroline Vié – 5/5

According to CinemaTeaser:

“Ryusuke Hamaguchi succeeds where Kore-eda and Kurosawa fell short: his film convinces in France. More than that: SUDDEN is a marvel of cinema.” By Aurélien Allin – 5/5

According to La Croix:

“Crowned with a double acting award for its actresses at the Cannes Film Festival, the latest film from Japanese director Ryusuke Hamaguchi takes us to a Parisian nursing home where listening and kindness reign, transporting us deeply into pure emotion.” By Céline Rouden – 5/5

According to Le Point:

“A masterpiece of humanism and depth that deserved a Palme d’Or at Cannes and won an acting award for its two exceptional actresses.” By The Editorial Team – 5/5

According to Les Echos:

“One of the year’s cinematic peaks.” By Olivier De Bruyn – 5/5

According to Voici:

“A truly great film, not to be missed under any circumstance.” By The Editorial Team – 5/5

According to Critikat.com:

“Sudden ultimately crafts a distinctly utopian horizon: it’s about creating a space for the characters to inhabit together, scene by scene.” By Luca Mongai – 4/5

According to L’Obs:

“This film should be reimbursed by social security. Better yet, it finally gives meaning to that oh-so-silly phrase.” By Nicolas Schaller – 4/5