Toru Watanabe is a quiet and serious young man in 1960s Tokyo whose personal life is in tumult, having lost his best friend Kizuki after he inexplicably commits suicide. Seeking an escape, Toru enters a university in Tokyo. By chance, during a walk in a park, Toru meets Kizuki's ex-girlfriend Naoko, and they grow close. Naoko is devastated by the loss of Kizuki, and spirals into a deep depression.
Adapted from one of the most popular books by writer Haruki Murakami, Norwegian Wood is a deep dive into a broken relationship, and a most engaging drama. Completely covered in beautiful cinematography and tons of 1960's design. It was directed by one of the most amazing directors of our time, Tran Anh Hung, who've made stunning pictures such as Cyclo (1995) and The Scent of Green Papaya (1993).
It would be a huge mistake by me to not name it one of the best films of 2010, as it is nearly flawless. The scene where Naoko leads Toru out into the fields of high grass at night is one I sincerely loved every second of, so well-made and skillfully shot. Actress Rinko Kikuchi gives an absolute stellar performance, and elevates the film to new heights. Tran Anh Hung brings out the best of his actors, even though they're relatively young.
It would be a huge mistake by me to not name it one of the best films of 2010, as it is nearly flawless. The scene where Naoko leads Toru out into the fields of high grass at night is one I sincerely loved every second of, so well-made and skillfully shot. Actress Rinko Kikuchi gives an absolute stellar performance, and elevates the film to new heights. Tran Anh Hung brings out the best of his actors, even though they're relatively young.
Genre: Drama/Romance.
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