Maboroshi no hikari 1995

Stephen Holden, New York Times: The film, which was made with only natural light, draws the viewer into its spiritual mood with one breathtaking shot after another, as the camera draws back to contemplate Yumiko from afar. Read more

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James Berardinelli, ReelViews: Maborosi is a worthwhile movie experience not because it ventures into virgin territory, but because its presentation is so precise and unique. Read more

Roger Ebert, Chicago Sun-Times: Maborosi is one of those valuable films where you have to actively place yourself in the character's mind. There are times when we do not know what she is thinking, but we are inspired with an active sympathy. Read more

Edward Guthmann, San Francisco Chronicle: Nothing is casual and nothing is wasted in Maborosi. Read more

Derek Adams, Time Out: The tale is told in contemplative wide-angle shots; the absence of any spurious, unearned intimacy with the characters makes the climactic scenes profoundly moving. Read more

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