- Genre
- Drama
- Year
- 2017
- Runtime
- 1h50
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Star Sand
Uncover the buried memories, embrace the untold stories.
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Synopsis
Star Sand is a 2017 Japanese drama film directed by Roger Pulvers and starring Lisa Oda. The movie tells the poignant story of a young Okinawan woman who discovers a series of diaries written by Japanese soldiers during World War II, all buried in a bottle on a beach. Through this discovery, she embarks on a journey to uncover the secrets and emotional turmoil of the past, while also coming to terms with her own identity and history. As she delves deeper into the diaries, the lines between the past and the present blur, revealing profound connections and revelations that challenge her perception of life and love. Star Sand beautifully captures the struggles of the past and the resilience of the human spirit, leaving a lasting impact on viewers with its heartfelt narrative and stunning visuals.
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Reviews
Star Sand has received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising its emotional depth and historical context, while others found the pacing to be slow and the storytelling somewhat disjointed. Rotten Tomatoes describes it as 'a visually captivating film that explores the complexities of identity and memory' and rates it at 7/10. On the other hand, IMDb users have rated it 6.7/10, praising the performances but criticizing the meandering plot. Metacritic applauds the film for its unique approach to storytelling but points out the lack of cohesion in the narrative, giving it a score of 60 out of 100. Despite the varying opinions, Star Sand has left a lasting impression on many viewers, resonating with its themes of love, loss, and the passage of time.
