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Mar 8, 2011 · In the world of the movie, the answer to that question is an ending that is a visceral depiction of the two most heartbreaking words in the English language: “If only ...” Mirrors are important in this film, literally and metaphorically.
Mar 10, 2019 · I'm Not Here is a moving story dealing with alcoholism and its harrowing effects, loss and what is left behind, hope and the possibility it brings. JK Simmons delivers a haunting performance as Steven Harrison, a broken, desolate, and suicidal alcoholic.
- The Tree of Life…Without The Metaphysical Artistry
- The Meaning of Life Has Never Felt So Inauthentic
- Conclusion: I’m Not Here
After watching the trailer and reading the synopsis, one is immediately reminded of Terrence Malick’s polarizing The Tree of Life from 2011. Both depict an older, disillusioned man reflecting on his youth to achieve clarity in his present. They each also happen to depict a raging war between the nurturing maternal (Mandy Moore) and volatile paterna...
What’s more, for a story depicting the absolute necessity of enriching relationships that can only be offered through authentic human connection, the moments presented in the film feel eons from anything genuine or emotionally affecting. We have a lukewarm first date predicated on nothing other than physical attraction, a contrived courtroom scene ...
Overall, despite the large questions it establishes at the onset, I’m Not Here offers no answers or satisfying catharsis (even with the rare post-credits scene, which is virtually unheard of for an indie film). While the film aims for a final release of emotion as Steve finally comes to terms with his past, the audience is instead presented with an...
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Mar 8, 2019 · Sitting in a dark room with a gun pointed at his head and an answering machine with the message “I’m not here,” Steve Harrison (Simmons) weeps to the sound of his dead son’s laughter.
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Mar 7, 2019 · In I'M NOT HERE, an alcoholic named Steve (J.K. Simmons) grapples with his past as he considers ending his life. As he remembers all of the events that have shaped his life, he realizes the generational pain that was passed on to him -- and that his own hope lies in forgiveness.
Mar 4, 2019 · In the end, we’re met with the decision to figure out what was Steven’s truth and what truly happened to him after he discovered Karen’s death.
