Review of Ikiru (1952) by Kent H — 04 Sep 2007

All time favourite. What's the meaning of life?

This review of Ikiru (1952) was written by Kent H on 04 Sep 2007.

Ikiru has generally received very positive reviews.

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The first half of Ikiru (to live) focuses on an elderly bureaucrat (Takashi Shimura) who embarks on a heartbreaking quest for identity after…

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Great movie, heartbreaking and life affirming at the same time. Also an amazing performance from Takashi Shimura. A complete masterpiece…

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By Jason M (2,623) on 04 Jan 2016

This was a very well-done movie about a man questioning his life and finding purpose before he dies…

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