Review of Breathing (2011) by Simon P — 16 Sep 2012
Another one of 2012's best films, the story concerns a youth who had made the transition - via a manslaughter charge - from an orphanage to a juvenile detention centre and then on to a mortuary, albeit as an active participant rather than an 'inmate'.
The story presents a gloomy portrait of a wintry Austria but never ceases to hold the attention - gradually the surliness of Roman Kogler lifts to reveal a thoughtfulness not seen at the beginning. Introspective for sure but a fascinatting movie that provides an insight into the modern youth penal system.
This review of Breathing (2011) was written by Simon P on 16 Sep 2012.
Breathing has generally received positive reviews.
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