Review of Brothers (2004) by Steven M — 24 Oct 2007
A drama that explores the relationship between two brothers follows many conventions, yet somehow still manages to feel different and revelatory in its delivery. It has a wonderful score that captures the tension and serenity of particular scenes and helps to emphasise the emotion and distraught of the characters.
The director's approach in particular is unique; nothing is what it seems, and we know as much as the character's do themselves so that as the story unfolds it feels more personal and intimate, and then more human in it's portrayal.
Connie Nielson in particular is amazing - she evokes so much sympathy from the audience as we feel her confusion and pain that we don't even question her as a character - she feels like a real person.
A brilliantly psychological character study, analysing the horrors of both war and home - challenging and thought-provoking.
This review of Brothers (2004) was written by Steven M on 24 Oct 2007.
Brothers has generally received very positive reviews.
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