There is no such thing as the simple truth.
冬日的夜里，律师米歇尔（伊安·霍姆 Ian Holm 饰）在某洗车房洗车时，接到了嗑药女儿佐伊打来的电话，言语间暴露了父女之间理念上的矛盾。怀着一腔闷气的米歇尔，又遭遇了洗车时车门打不开的尴尬，最后只能愤然弃车，扬长而去。此前，在飞机上，米歇尔曾邂逅女儿的昔日好友艾莉森，并跟他讲述了父女分崩离析的原因······米歇尔在小镇上目睹了一起车祸现场，那个载有学龄儿童的校车因躲避来车意外翻车掉进了湖里，导致很多家庭失去了亲生骨肉。米歇尔在探访中接触到了各式各样的家庭，有的父女畸形恋，有的酗酒暴力，有的疾病缠身。为了帮助他们向政府讨要抚恤金，律师走上了一条坎坷的助人为乐之路······
"The Sweet Hereafter" (1997), a poignant cinematic masterpiece produced by Fine Line Features and Ego Film Arts in Canada, delves deep into the heart-wrenching aftermath of a devastating school bus accident in a small, tight-knit community. Directed by Atom Egoyan and based on the novel by Russell Banks, the film intricately weaves together multiple narratives, exploring themes of grief, loss, and the search for solace amidst tragedy. The story unfolds through the perspectives of various characters, including a troubled lawyer, a grieving father, and a bus driver haunted by guilt, each grappling with their own personal turmoil while the town collectively mourns the loss of its children. Central to the film's emotional resonance is the compelling performance of Ian Holm as Mitchell Stephens, the lawyer who arrives in the town seeking to represent the bereaved families in a class-action lawsuit. Holm's portrayal captures the complexity of a man driven by both a desire for justice and his own unresolved personal demons, particularly his strained relationship with his drug-addicted daughter. The film's non-linear storytelling enhances the sense of disorientation and fragmentation experienced by the characters, mirroring their shattered lives and the community's struggle to piece together a semblance of normalcy. The visual and auditory elements of "The Sweet Hereafter" further amplify its haunting atmosphere. Egoyan's use of stark, wintry landscapes and muted color palettes evokes a pervasive sense of melancholy and isolation, while the recurring motif of the Pied Piper tale adds a layer of allegorical depth, suggesting the seductive allure of false promises and the dangers of misplaced trust. The film's score, featuring the haunting rendition of "The Sweet Hereafter" by Jane Siberry, underscores the pervasive sense of sorrow and longing that permeates the narrative. Ultimately, "The Sweet Hereafter" stands as a testament to the resilience of the human spirit in the face of unimaginable loss. It challenges viewers to confront the uncomfortable realities of grief and the often futile search for closure, while also celebrating the small moments of connection and understanding that can emerge from tragedy. Through its masterful storytelling and profound emotional impact, the film remains a powerful exploration of the human condition, resonating with audiences long after the credits roll.
年份1997
预算5000000$
收入7951247$
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类型剧情
制作国家Canada
