The Tree of Life
May 2011
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Moira MacDonald
This film's rewards are many, for those with the patience to simply let it float.
Rene Rodriguez
In this flawed yet masterful, unforgettable movie, Malick argues that even the tiniest mote can have value. He sees miracles everywhere. You just have to make an effort to see them, too.
Roger Moore
Glibly put, this challenging time-skipping rumination is the big screen equivalent of watching that "Tree" grow.
Joe Williams
"The Tree of Life" is rooted in human nature but ascends to the infinite mystery. It's a dizzying climb with few footholds for the timid or cynical, but the view from above is heavenly.
Rick Groen
The result actually plays like a divine pronouncement, cosmic in scope and oracular in tone, a cinematic sermon on the mount that shows its creator in exquisite form. Exquisite but frustrating.
Tom Long
The vision is dazzling. The portrayal of family life palpable. The ending ... well, let's go back to the vision.
Critic reviews
Moira MacDonald
This film's rewards are many, for those with the patience to simply let it float.
Rene Rodriguez
In this flawed yet masterful, unforgettable movie, Malick argues that even the tiniest mote can have value. He sees miracles everywhere. You just have to make an effort to see them, too.
Roger Moore
Glibly put, this challenging time-skipping rumination is the big screen equivalent of watching that "Tree" grow.
Joe Williams
"The Tree of Life" is rooted in human nature but ascends to the infinite mystery. It's a dizzying climb with few footholds for the timid or cynical, but the view from above is heavenly.
Rick Groen
The result actually plays like a divine pronouncement, cosmic in scope and oracular in tone, a cinematic sermon on the mount that shows its creator in exquisite form. Exquisite but frustrating.
Tom Long
The vision is dazzling. The portrayal of family life palpable. The ending ... well, let's go back to the vision.
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This is by far my favorite film. It is truely a spiritual masterpiece! Exquisite and beautiful work by Terrence Malick. But unfortunately many fail to understand this film. For reasons i believe it requires spiritual understanding and the art of listening without dialogue. Which conveys more than verbal. Highly recommend but watch with no distractions.
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Very different movie Surprised they allowed this to be made, doesn't seem financially viable. However it just seems to me that Hollywood always sees faith thru a very narrow prism. It's always the same simplistic issues such as where is God in tragedy. As for the rest of it, I understand seeking answers in tragedy but talk about over thinking it.
Cast and credits
Actors | Brad Pitt, Sean Penn, Jessica Chastain |
Director | Terrence Malick |
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Start within 30 days, finish within 48 hours.
Run time
138 minutes
Rating
PG-13
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