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Shoplifters

Shoplifters

Hirokazu Kore-eda
20182h 0m
DramaCrimeThriller

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Plot

In the outskirts of Tokyo, a poor but close-knit group living on the fringes of society survives through shoplifting and odd jobs. When Osamu and his son take in a neglected young girl, their already fragile existence begins to unravel. As the family grows attached to her, buried secrets surface, forcing them to confront the true meaning of love, belonging, and what makes a family.

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With a poignant exploration of human connection and resilience, this work delves into the lives of those on society's periphery. It encourages viewers to reflect on what constitutes family and love amidst hardship, resonating deeply with those who appreciate character-driven narratives and social commentary.

Themes

  • •the complexities of familial love
  • •survival in urban poverty
  • •the nuances of societal rejection
  • •the search for belonging and identity
  • •consequences of secrets and lies

Mood

somber

Era

contemporary

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