Review of Not One Less (1999) by Sebastian L — 16 Feb 2008
Not one less is one of the best foreign films that I have seen. The story starts with a young, timid substitute teacher only 13 years old. She is presented with a demanding task of keeping the students together as well as educating them while their teacher leaves to care for his ill relative.
As if her job wasn't difficult enough, one of students is forced to leave the village to seek work in the city to pay for his family's debt. The young substitute with no money at hand tries various way to get to the city. When she finally makes it, she is faced with the challenge of how to find her student.
The story is incredibly touching and solidly put together.
As you watch, keep in mind that the children are not professional actors, just rural kids. This movie is touching, and educational.
Don't miss "Road Home" with similar storyline and effect.
This review of Not One Less (1999) was written by Sebastian L on 16 Feb 2008.
Not One Less has generally received very positive reviews.
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